The organizing committee of the 2011 World Horticultural Exposition held its second meeting on March 15 in Beijing. Wang Gang, honorary president of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, pointed out that preparations for the expo have been going ahead as planned. He also said the expos in Kunming and Shenyang were an important learning tool. The Xi-an expo will focus further on the theme of a green, low-carbon and environmental-friendly lifestyle.

“Apart from wrapping up construction, more efforts should be made in promotion and security in order to further expand its impact and ensure its success”, said Wang.

Zhao Zhengyong, governor of Shaanxi province, announced that work by the committee is underway to ensure public utilities and transport options are set in time for the event.

Jiang Zehui, director of China Floriculture Association, suggested that flowers should be the highlight of the internal decoration, and exhibition arrangements should show the latest trend in floriculture and highest skills of floriculturists.