Lifestyle of Uygurs highlighted

Spurring further development in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, which is known for its colorful landscape and diverse culture, is high on the government agenda.

China Daily's reporter Gao Bo in Urumqi explores the country's efforts to improve local people's livelihoods in the fields of employment, education, renovation and anti-corruption.

Restoration of old city area will benefit some 49,000 households