Lhasa, Tibet autonomous region, plans to implement 98 key projects this year, including 180 sub-projects, with investment of more than 88.8 billion yuan ($13.4 billion), Tibet Daily reported.
According to the city's commission of development and reform, the heavy investment will be used for stability, development, ecology and border-area consolidation.
More job opportunities are expected to open up for the city's rural residents as a result of the projects, which are expected to generate more income.
By Palden Nyima
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