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Envisioning a People’s Neighbourhood: a Case Study that Reflects China’s Style of New Social Governance

Authors
Zhicheng You1, *
1Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Suzhou, 215000, China
*Corresponding author. Email: Zhicheng.You20@student.xjtlu.edu.cn
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Zhicheng You
Available Online 15 May 2026.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-577-5_69How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Urban Social Governance; Micro-regeneration; Community Participation; People-Centered Approach; Xiaoxihu Redevelopment; Cultural Preservation
Abstract

China’s urban governance has traditionally prioritized material infrastructure (the “house”)—housing, roads, and utilities—often at the expense of cultural and social dimensions. However, with rapid urbanization, China is shifting toward a holistic governance model that integrates community ties, cultural continuity, and social cohesion—elements of the “home.” The Xiaoxihu redevelopment project exemplifies this transition, combining community participation and cultural preservation with infrastructure upgrades, marking a departure from past models focused on economic growth. Rather than comparing China’s model to Western urban renewal, this essay highlights Hong Kong’s approach under “One Country, Two Systems.” Hong Kong’s mix of state control and market-driven development offers a relevant comparison, as both regions evolve toward people-centered, culturally sensitive governance. Ultimately, Xiaoxihu reflects China’s evolving model, integrating both material improvements and social values.

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Proceedings of the 2026 5th International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities and Arts (SSHA 2026)
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15 May 2026
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978-2-38476-577-5
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