Shanghai's Chongming Island has transformed into an ecological model over the past decade, boasting increased forest coverage, a surge in migratory bird populations, and significant improvements in the Yangtze River's ecosystem. This success story is recognized globally as a benchmark for ecological governance.
Shanghai's Chongming Island marks 10 years of ecological construction with significant achievements: wetland protection rate exceeds 60%, bird species increase to over 300, and successful artificial breeding of Chinese sturgeon.
The 2026 Shanghai Chongming Ecological Island International Forum, themed "Ten Years of Upholding Ecological Original Aspiration, Joining Hands Towards a Green Future," was held from May 22-24. The forum reviewed achievements in building Chongming into a world-class ecological island and explored green development paths for human-nature harmony.
