Core Viewpoint - The article outlines the "New Round of Rural Road Improvement Action Plan," aiming to enhance the rural road network in China by 2027, focusing on quality, safety, and integration of transportation services to support rural development and modernization [2][3]. Summary by Sections Overall Requirements - The plan is guided by Xi Jinping's thoughts and aims to address issues like low technical standards and poor management of rural roads, promoting high-quality development and supporting rural revitalization [3]. Key Tasks - **Road Network Quality Improvement**: Upgrade rural roads to meet higher standards, enhance connectivity, and prioritize projects that benefit villages [5]. - **Safety Enhancement**: Improve safety measures on rural roads, including risk assessments and disaster preparedness [6]. - **Transportation Improvement**: Develop integrated transportation services, including urban-rural public transport systems [7]. - **Governance Capability Enhancement**: Strengthen local government responsibilities and promote digital transformation in rural road management [7]. - **Travel Service Improvement**: Enhance road maintenance and service facilities to improve user experience [8]. - **Beautiful Countryside Initiative**: Focus on environmental improvements along rural roads, promoting ecological harmony [9]. - **Industry Support**: Develop infrastructure that supports rural industries and tourism [10]. - **Employment and Income Generation**: Promote job creation through infrastructure projects and support for local workers [10]. Policy Support - **Financial Support**: Central and local governments will provide funding for rural road projects, ensuring proper financial management [11]. - **Innovative Financing Models**: Encourage private sector participation and explore flexible loan options for rural road development [11]. - **Work Coordination**: Ensure alignment between rural road planning and broader land use policies [12]. - **Regulatory Framework**: Develop and refine regulations to support the high-quality development of rural roads [13].

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Transport, Ministry of Finance, and Ministry of Natural Resources have issued a new action plan for rural road enhancement, aiming to build a convenient, efficient, and equitable rural road network by 2027, with a total of 300,000 kilometers of new and renovated rural roads [1][5][3] Summary by Sections Overall Requirements - The action plan is guided by Xi Jinping's thoughts and aims to address issues such as low technical standards and poor management of rural roads, promoting high-quality development of rural roads to support rural revitalization and agricultural modernization [4][3] Key Tasks - **Road Network Quality Improvement**: Upgrade rural road networks to meet higher standards, enhance connectivity, and prioritize projects that benefit villages [6] - **Safety Enhancement**: Improve safety measures on rural roads, including risk assessments and infrastructure upgrades [7] - **Transport Improvement**: Accelerate the integration of urban and rural transport services, enhancing the rural logistics and passenger transport system [8] - **Governance Capability Improvement**: Strengthen local government responsibilities and promote digital transformation in rural road management [8] - **Travel Service Improvement**: Enhance road maintenance and service facilities to improve travel experiences for rural residents [9] - **Beautiful Countryside Enhancement**: Promote environmental improvements along rural roads, integrating ecological considerations into road construction [10] - **Industry Support**: Develop infrastructure that supports rural industries, tourism, and logistics [11] - **Employment and Income Increase**: Promote job creation through rural road construction and maintenance projects [11] Policy Support - **Funding Assurance**: Central and local governments will support rural road development through existing funding channels and encourage the use of government bonds for eligible projects [13] - **Innovative Financing Models**: Explore diverse financing options to attract private investment in rural road projects [13] - **Work Coordination**: Ensure alignment between rural road planning and land use, enhancing efficiency in project approvals [14] - **Regulatory Framework Improvement**: Develop and refine regulations governing rural road construction and maintenance to support high-quality development [14] Implementation - All regions and departments are urged to recognize the importance of the action plan, coordinate efforts, and promote successful practices to foster a favorable environment for rural road development [15]

到2027年，全国完成新改建农村公路30万公里，便捷高效、普惠公平的农村公路网络基本建成。 （一）路网质量提升行动。推动农村公路骨干路网提档升级，按照三级及以上公路建设标准，打通乡 镇、主要经济节点对外快速通道，鼓励有条件的地区有序推动乡镇对外双通道建设。对不符合技术等级 要求的农村公路，抓紧升级改造、尽快实现达标。推进农村公路基础路网延伸完善，推动农村公路建设 项目更多向进村入户倾斜，加快推进建制村通等级路、较大人口规模自然村（组）通硬化路建设，统筹 规划和实施农村公路穿村路段兼顾村内主干道功能，实施老旧公路改造以及过窄农村公路拓宽改造或错 车道建设。强化农村公路连接互通，加强农村公路与国省干线、城市道路、村内道路等道路以及与其他 运输方式衔接，打通"断头路"，畅通"微循环"。加强脱贫地区、革命老区、民族地区、垦区林区、治沙 地区、采煤沉陷区等农村公路建设。 （二）安全提升行动。加快提升农村公路安全防护能力，深入推进公路安全设施和交通秩序管理精细化 提升行动，加强农村公路及其桥梁隧道风险隐患排查和整治，开展事故易发多发平交路口安全改造。严 格落实农村公路工程建设质量终身负责制以及"三同时"制度，推进平安工地 ...

以运营为本，为农村社会经济发展提供强力支撑。全市积极做好农村公路+物流、农村公路+产业、农村公路+电商、农村公路+文旅等融 合发展的大文章，以农村公路高质量发展激活农村经济社会发展新活力，为促进农民农村共同富裕、推进乡村全面振兴提供坚强交通运 输保障。 以示范创建为引领，带动农村公路工作提档升级。"十四五"期间，临清市、阳谷县先后被授予"四好农村路"全国、全省示范县。临清市 推出"乐道临风"农村公路主题。阳谷县英雄大道旅游公路获评山东省首批精品旅游公路典型案例。今年5月，交通运输部、公安部公布了 2024年度公路安全设施和交通秩序管理精细化提升精品工程，我市东阿县陈高路成功入选。 以建设为先，构建四通八达农村路网。"十四五"以来，全市新改建农村公路2812公里。截至目前，全市农村公路通车里程突破2万公里， 形成了以县道为骨架、乡道为支线、村道为脉络的农村路网体系。 以养护为要，树牢全生命周期理念。"十四五"以来，大力实施农村公路大中修、预防性养护，累计实施农村公路养护工程6200公里，有 效延长公路服役期限，提高农村公路投资效益。 以管理为纲，提升农村公路服务水平。突出安全通行保障，"十四五"期间，累计完成危 ...

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of the "Rural Road Regulations" marks a significant advancement in the development of rural infrastructure, emphasizing the need for rural roads to evolve from mere transportation routes to vital components of industrial development and rural revitalization [1][2]. Group 1: Importance of Rural Roads - Rural roads are essential for connecting nearly 500 million rural residents, facilitating the flow of people and goods, and energizing rural economies [2]. - The development of rural roads is crucial for addressing the imbalance between urban and rural areas, as they are integral to achieving comprehensive rural revitalization [1][2]. Group 2: Challenges and Regulations - Historically, rural roads have faced issues such as inadequate maintenance, funding shortages, and low technical standards, necessitating improved management and operational frameworks [2][3]. - The new regulations specifically address the management and maintenance of village roads, filling a significant gap in previous legal frameworks [2]. Group 3: Development Strategies - There is a need for targeted construction of industrial roads that cater to local agricultural and tourism needs, ensuring that road infrastructure aligns with community requirements [3]. - The approach to rural road development should be differentiated based on regional characteristics and economic conditions, promoting sustainable and efficient land use [3]. Group 4: Future Expectations - The goal is to create rural roads that are comfortable, safe, and durable, ultimately contributing to agricultural prosperity, increased farmer income, and enhanced rural aesthetics [4].

Core Points - Since the beginning of the 14th Five-Year Plan, Shaanxi has invested a total of 55.2 billion yuan in the construction of "Four Good Rural Roads," enhancing 50,000 kilometers of rural roads [1] - By the end of 2024, the total length of rural roads in Shaanxi is expected to reach 163,000 kilometers, establishing a comprehensive rural transportation network covering counties, towns, and villages [1] Infrastructure Development - Shaanxi has focused on building a network of roads connecting villages and towns, adding 55 towns with access to tertiary and above level roads, and providing hardened roads to 11,300 natural villages with over 30 households [1] - The rural transportation network is structured around county towns as centers, with towns as nodes and villages as points [1] Road Maintenance and Safety - The province has implemented a "road chief system" with 22,000 road chiefs at the county, town, and village levels, achieving a 100% maintenance rate for rural roads [1] - The quality of roads has improved, with 84.04% classified as good or medium, and safety projects covering 17,000 kilometers of roads, including the renovation of 400 dangerous bridges [1] Transportation Services - The capacity for rural transportation services has been enhanced, with 2,315 rural passenger lines and 8,297 rural buses, ensuring 100% access to passenger and postal services in towns and established villages [1] - A plan has been introduced to accelerate the development of rural logistics, transitioning from "transport out" to "smooth transport" [1] Recognition and Future Plans - Shaanxi has established 18 national model counties and 78 provincial model counties for "Four Good Rural Roads," with three rural roads recognized as the most beautiful rural roads in the country [2] - The provincial transportation department plans to implement a new round of rural road enhancement actions to support high-quality development and rural revitalization [2]

Core Points - The State Council approved the draft "Rural Road Regulations," marking a significant step towards the legal framework for rural road development in China [1][3] - Rural roads account for nearly 85% of the total road mileage in the country, highlighting their importance in transportation infrastructure [3] - The new regulations aim to enhance the quality and management of rural roads, addressing existing challenges and promoting high-quality development [4][5] Group 1: Regulatory Framework - The introduction of the "Rural Road Regulations" solidifies existing policies into a legal framework, providing a foundation for future rural road development [3] - The regulations will address the unique characteristics of rural roads, supplementing existing laws that primarily focus on general road construction and management [3] Group 2: Development Challenges - Despite significant progress, there are still challenges in rural road development, including the need for upgrades and improvements to meet technical standards [5][6] - Approximately 2.7% of rural roads still require upgrades to comply with technical requirements, indicating ongoing development needs [6] Group 3: Funding Mechanisms - The funding for rural road construction and maintenance primarily comes from government investments, supplemented by various financial channels [10] - Central government funding, including vehicle purchase tax revenues and budget allocations, plays a crucial role in supporting rural road initiatives [10][11] - Innovative financing models, such as the "Fulu Loan" in Fujian, are being implemented to address funding challenges for rural road projects [11]

一系列政策支持为农村公路建设保驾护航。为助力乡村全面振兴，我省农村公路建设改造更加注重 服务农村产业发展，通过完善政策制度、健全规章办法，切实将农村公路打造成助力乡村全面振兴 的"新引擎"。我省印发《"十四五"普通公路建设养护投资政策》，明确产业路、园区路、旅游路省补助 投资政策，进一步提高农村公路建设工程投资标准，重点支持省级乡村振兴重点帮扶县；出台《深化农 村公路管理养护体制改革实施方案》，持续落实农村公路养护工程省补助投资政策，有效分担县区财政 压力；制定《农村公路资金管理办法》《农村公路建设质量管理办法》等10余项制度办法，让农村公路 建设养护管理有法可依、有章可循。 农村公路的运输服务水平直接影响群众的获得感、幸福感、安全感。对此，我省不断提升服务水 平，坚持道路建设与产业开发相融合，切实做到招商引资项目落在哪里，路就跟到哪里；农业基地建在 哪里，路就硬化到哪里。我省对支撑"飞地经济"的农村公路项目加大倾斜力度，加强连接现代农业、产 业园区、旅游景区等公路建设，有效盘活地区资源，带动特色种植业、乡村旅游等产业发展。 如今，随着全省农村公路路网和物流体系的不断完善，我省一批乡镇因路而兴、因路而富、因路 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the recognition of three rural roads in China as the "most popular roads" for 2024, showcasing their transformation into attractive tourist destinations through ecological restoration and infrastructure improvements [1][2]. Group 1: Popularity from Scenic Beauty - The popularity of rural roads stems from their scenic beauty, with significant ecological restoration efforts transforming previously industrial areas into attractive landscapes [2]. - The Dragon Bay Road has evolved from a neglected area to a 5.5-kilometer ecological corridor, enhancing its appeal to tourists [2]. - The Guanglu Road has undergone preventive maintenance and beautification, resulting in a renewed environment that attracts visitors [2]. Group 2: Popularity from Economic Development - The roads have facilitated economic growth by attracting tourists and creating diverse consumption scenarios, thereby increasing local revenue [3]. - The Fengjiata to Laoniuwan Road has seen a significant increase in tourist numbers, with approximately 1.31 million visitors in 2024, a 68.4% increase year-on-year, generating a tourism revenue of 395 million yuan, up 44.2% [3]. - The Guanglu Road has connected various tourism projects, leading to a rise in daily visitor numbers to over 10,000 [3]. Group 3: Popularity from Community Prosperity - The development of these roads has revitalized local resources, enabling the growth of specialty industries and improving the livelihoods of residents [5]. - In Qing Shui County, the establishment of fruit and rice planting bases has led to an average annual income of over 65,000 yuan for local villagers [5]. - The roads have encouraged young people to return to their hometowns and engage in entrepreneurial activities, contributing to the overall development of rural tourism [5]. Group 4: Infrastructure Development - The article emphasizes the significant progress in rural road construction, with a total length of 4.644 million kilometers by the end of 2024, accounting for 84.6% of the total road network [5]. - The development of a comprehensive rural transportation network has greatly improved connectivity and accessibility in rural areas [5].

Core Viewpoint - The construction and improvement of rural roads in China have significantly enhanced the living conditions and economic prospects of rural communities, facilitating better access to markets and tourism opportunities [1][2][5]. Group 1: Rural Road Development - Since the 18th National Congress, China has prioritized rural road construction, leading to the historical resolution of rural transportation difficulties [2]. - From 2014 to 2024, over 260,000 kilometers of rural roads have been newly constructed or renovated, benefiting more than 1000 towns and 105,000 administrative villages [2]. - By the end of 2024, the total length of rural roads in China is expected to exceed 4.64 million kilometers, enough to circle the Earth 115 times [2]. Group 2: Economic Impact - Improved rural roads have opened up new markets for local products, as evidenced by increased sales for farmers like those in Linchang Village, where annual income has reached approximately 80,000 yuan due to better access [3]. - In 2024, fixed asset investment in rural roads reached 455 billion yuan, with continuous investment over 400 billion yuan for eight consecutive years [5]. - The development of rural roads has been linked to the growth of local tourism and industries, as seen in areas like the Danjiangkou Reservoir, which has become a popular cycling destination [3][4]. Group 3: Future Plans - In 2025, a new round of rural road enhancement actions will be implemented, focusing on eight key areas including network improvement and safety enhancement [5]. - The Ministry of Transport plans to promote the "Rural Road +" model, integrating transportation with tourism and energy sectors to support rural economic development [5].