Wang Rong (politician)
Wang Rong (Chinese: 王荣; pinyin: Wáng Róng; born April 1958) is a Chinese politician. He served as the Communist Party Secretary of Shenzhen and the Chairman of the Shenzhen Municipal People's Congress. Prior to his tenure in Shenzhen, he served as the Communist Party Secretary of Suzhou, Jiangsu province.
Biography
Wang Rong was born in Jimo, Shandong province. He graduated from Nanjing Agricultural University in 1981. He spent much of his early career in Jiangsu province, holding various positions within the agricultural sector and later in the provincial government.
Career
- Early career in Jiangsu, focused on agriculture.
- Mayor of Yixing, Jiangsu.
- Communist Party Secretary of Wuxi, Jiangsu.
- Communist Party Secretary of Suzhou, Jiangsu (2004-2009). During his tenure in Suzhou, the city experienced rapid economic growth and development.
- Communist Party Secretary of Shenzhen, Guangdong (2009-2015). This was a period of significant transformation for Shenzhen, as the city sought to upgrade its industries and become a hub for innovation. He also served as Chairman of the Shenzhen Municipal People's Congress during this time.
- Vice-Chairman of the 12th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) (2015-2018).
Controversies
While in office, Wang Rong was sometimes associated with policies that prioritized economic growth over environmental protection. His time in Shenzhen also saw rising property prices and concerns over income inequality. Specific instances of controversy are not readily available in general sources, however, so this is a point for further research.
Retirement
Wang Rong retired from politics after serving as Vice-Chairman of the CPPCC.