Core Points - The conference highlighted the recognition of seven exemplary cases for the protection of the Yangtze River, including a project from Wujiang District focused on comprehensive water environment governance and innovation [1] - Wujiang has prioritized the improvement of Taihu Lake's water environment, increasing funding and leveraging technology to enhance industrial wastewater and urban sewage management [1] - The establishment of a fully controllable smart water management platform marks a significant advancement in the water industry, recognized as a typical case by the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development [1] - Wujiang's innovative "Joint River and Lake Chief System" has created a collaborative approach to water management, leading to a new model of cross-regional cooperation [1] - The comprehensive governance efforts have resulted in significant improvements in water quality, with Taihu Lake achieving its best water quality in 30 years and maintaining a "good" standard year-round [1] - The biodiversity index in the watershed has improved, with the number of aquatic species increasing to 6,899 [1] - The Longjiang Ecological and Environmental Group launched a smart city water management system based on advanced technologies such as industrial control, IoT, and AI [2]