Shanghai, a global financial hub, is a direct-administered municipality with provincial-level authority. The Shanghai Municipal People's Government administers 16 districts, encompassing urban and suburban regions. Shanghai leads the Yangtze River Delta economic zone, coordinating with adjacent provinces on economic integration and infrastructure projects.
35% of Shanghai’s residents live near rapid transit, significantly above the regional average of 13% and reflecting the city’s strong investment in sustainable mobility. Additionally, 35% of residents live near bike lanes, far exceeding the regional average of 8% and attesting to Shanghai’s efforts to promote active mobility.
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