Liu Jiajing

Liu Jiajing is a notable Chinese politician who served as the director of the Fuzhou Fisheries Bureau before being appointed as the county party secretary of Pingtan in the early 1990s. His career is marked by a pivotal interaction with Xi Jinping, who, during Liu's transition, emphasized the importance of developing marine resources to bolster the local economy. Liu's tenure saw the initiation of strategic planning for the coastal city of Fuzhou, promoting the concept of 'Marine Fuzhou' and harnessing the region's rich maritime resources for economic growth. Under his influence, Fuzhou's marine industry has achieved significant milestones, contributing to China's broader ambitions of establishing a strong marine nation.