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Why China’s ‘Chengguan’ Are Public Enemy Number One

Contributions from individuals with unique perspectives to share. Hear from everyone, from experts and commentators to those whose voices are often marginalized.

VOICES & OPINION

When our jobs require us to clamp down on some of the city’s poorest street vendors, how can we truly win the support of the people?

Turning Hawkers Into Stall Owners Is a Hard Sell

A ‘chengguan’ official installs street peddlers in a secluded alley and transforms it into a bustling marketplace.

Operation Cleanup: A Shanghai ‘Chengguan’ Hits the Streets

One city management official talks about his more than 18 years spent ridding the streets of hawkers.