Economic experts weign in on mroe development opportunities in Pingtan following the "Pingtan Closure" at an Aug 11 forum.
A ship began patrolling the waters near Pingtan Island on Thursday in a bid to step up customs supervision efforts.
The subsidiary of TPK holdings, the world's largest touch panel maker, became the first beneficiary of preferential tax policies following the "Pingtan Closure" on Tuesday.
The colossal project was completed in less than three years. In reminiscence, Pingtan Times issued a chronicle of all important events leading up to its opening.
In photos: moments of 'Pingtan Closure' preparation
The epochal "Pingtan Closure", which refers to the building of an integrated customs supervision and management system in the Pingtan Comprehensive Pilot Zone in Fujian province, was officially implemented on July 15.
The port area in Aoqian town officially opened after passing examinations from central authorities on July 8.
A customs governing body for Pingtan was officially set up by the General Administration of Customs on July 7.
