Baotou Rare Earth High-Tech Industrial Development Zone  [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Baotou Rare Earth High-Tech Industrial Development Zone  [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Baotou Rare Earth High-Tech Industrial Development Zone  [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

According to the zone’s authorities, it will spare no efforts in developing its strategic emerging industries. These include industries related to software information, general aviation, electric cars and new energy.

The zone was identified as a national base in 18 fields by national ministries and commissions. National recognitions included a “new industrial demonstration base of national rare earth new material” and “high quality overseas professionals’ innovation base.”

The zone will carry out nine major projects, including those related to rare earth industries, non-ferrous metal and high-end equipment manufacturing.