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Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article is the release of the "Opinions on Promoting High-Quality Urban Development" by the Central Committee and the State Council, which outlines a roadmap for future urban development in China [2][3] - The document marks a significant shift in urban development strategy, indicating a transition from rapid growth to stable development and from large-scale expansion to quality and efficiency improvement [3][4] - The goal of modernizing cities is emphasized, aligning with the broader objective of achieving socialist modernization by 2035, while also focusing on the satisfaction of the people as a key measure of urban quality [3][4] Group 2 - The article discusses the differentiation in urban development, where some cities will continue to expand while others, particularly in the central and northeastern regions, may face population decline and resource idleness, potentially leading to consolidation or merging [4][5] - The need for cities to maintain reasonable scale and avoid over-expansion is highlighted, along with the importance of tailored responses for shrinking cities based on their future vitality [4][5] - The article points out that the reliance on land finance for urban development is unsustainable, necessitating a shift towards new development drivers, including upgrading traditional industries and optimizing urban structures [6][7] Group 3 - The article emphasizes the importance of urban renewal as a critical aspect of future urban development, focusing on the revitalization of existing assets and infrastructure to enhance living conditions [8][9] - It discusses the necessity of a differentiated approach to real estate management, considering the varying scales and urbanization levels across different cities [9][10] - The article outlines the principles of zoning, grading, and classification in constructing a modern urban system, recognizing the diverse conditions and needs of different regions and city types [10][11]

Core Viewpoint - The recent release of the "Opinions on Promoting High-Quality Urban Development" marks a strategic shift in China's urban development, emphasizing quality and efficiency over rapid expansion and scale [2][3]. Group 1: Development Trends - The urbanization rate in China has reached 67%, with a notable divergence in city development, where some cities continue to expand while others face population decline and resource idleness [4][7]. - Cities experiencing population loss may face consolidation or merging, while expanding cities must avoid excessive growth to prevent urban issues [7]. Group 2: Energy Transition - The reliance on land finance for urban development is unsustainable, necessitating a shift towards new development drivers, including upgrading traditional industries and optimizing urban spaces [8][9]. - Urban renewal is identified as a critical strategy, focusing on revitalizing existing spaces and improving living conditions through systematic updates [9][10]. Group 3: Layout Optimization - The construction of a modern urban system should adhere to principles of zoning, grading, and classification, recognizing the diverse conditions across different regions of China [13][14]. - The strategy emphasizes the importance of urban clusters and county-level cities, which play a vital role in connecting urban and rural areas and supporting localized urbanization [14].