China moves to build vocational city

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Updated June 24, 2008 12:02:04

China is custom-building an entire city as one big vocational training centre. A third of the city of Yongchuan's population is already involved in education, either as students or teachers. The planned co-development of a city and education system is unique in China.


Presenter:Karon Snowdon
Speaker: Dr Chris McNally, East West Centre; Wang Chia Wah, Mayor of Yongchuan; Changan Ford tour guide; teachers and students

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