Shenzhen, one of China's five special economic zones, is expected to absorb US$4 billion of overseas investment this year, 11 percent more than last year.
Foreign investors have shown keen interest in shipping, subway and light rail construction and aviation development.
According to local officials, measures will be taken this year to facilitate general exports by foreign-funded firms.
Last year, Shenzhen set a record in using US$3.6 billion of foreign investment, 21 percent more than the previous year.
(Xinhua News Agency February 25, 2002)
