Group 1 - The central urban work conference has outlined a strategic framework for building innovative, livable, beautiful, resilient, civilized, and smart modern cities, marking a shift from rapid urbanization to stable development [1] - By the end of 2024, the urbanization rate in China is expected to reach 67%, with 940 million people living in urban areas, indicating a transition to a phase focused on quality improvement rather than quantity expansion [1] - The conference emphasizes the importance of sustainable urban development, aligning with the United Nations' 11th Sustainable Development Goal of creating inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities [1] Group 2 - China's urban development has faced significant challenges, including air quality issues, with PM2.5 annual average concentrations dropping from 72 micrograms per cubic meter in 2013 to 29.3 micrograms per cubic meter in 2024, reflecting substantial improvements in air quality [2] - The percentage of cities meeting air quality standards increased from 4.1% in 2013 to 65.5% in 2024, showcasing the effectiveness of efforts to transition towards sustainable urban development [2] Group 3 - The central urban work conference reflects a deepening and systematic improvement in urban governance, with new policies establishing a framework for beautiful city construction focused on green, low-carbon, and safe environments [3] - The conference sets higher standards for resilient city construction, addressing various aspects such as infrastructure safety, disaster prevention, and social security [3] Group 4 - In the construction of livable cities, the conference emphasizes the integration of population, industry, urban, and transportation planning, aiming to enhance the quality of urban life and promote healthy real estate development [4] - The evolving policies indicate a more systematic and comprehensive framework for urban governance, focusing on ecological foundations, safety, and quality of life, thereby promoting high-quality urban development [4]