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China's Guiyang renovates old commercial zones to boost consumption
Published: Jan 12, 2026 10:18 AM
People visit the Qingyun Market in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 5, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal.  Photo: Xinhua

People visit the Qingyun Market in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 5, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua


Baristas brew coffee at a coffee shop at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua

Baristas brew coffee at a coffee shop at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua


People dine at a restaurant at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua

People dine at a restaurant at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua


People enjoy themselves at a coffee shop at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua

People enjoy themselves at a coffee shop at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua


People visit the Qingyun Market in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 5, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua

People visit the Qingyun Market in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 5, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua


People visit the Xinyin 1950 Discovery commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 6, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua

People visit the Xinyin 1950 Discovery commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 6, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua


People take photos at a coffee shop at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua

People take photos at a coffee shop at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua


A barista brews coffee at a coffee shop at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua

A barista brews coffee at a coffee shop at a commercial complex in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Jan. 8, 2026. The city of Guiyang has been committed to the update and renovation of old commercial blocks, streets and factory areas. The renewed streets, such as Taiping, Minsheng, and Qingyun Roads have become vibrant spaces for relaxation and spending, driving urban consumption vitality and enhancing the city's youthful appeal. Photo: Xinhua