Yuncheng is rich in mineral and other natural resources. The production capacity of alumina, electrolytic aluminium, and magnesium take up 18, 10 and 50 per cent respectively of the nation's total, while the output of anhydrous sodium sulphate accounts for 60 per cent of the domestic market.

China Aluminium Co Ltd, Asia's biggest alumina manufacturing base, has established an operation in the city. Yuncheng is also home to China's biggest inorganic salt chemistry production base  the Nafine Group.

How to fully tap the advantages of Yuncheng is an urgent issue that concerns the government.

"We will create a fine business and residential environment for investors in the hope of not only attracting them to invest but also encouraging them to make their second home here."

Zhang said the city has provided a series of preferential policies for investors.
Besides the advantages in agriculture, manufacturing and commerce, the city also has distinct features in culture and tourism.

"Culture and tourism are the pillar industries in Yuncheng," Zhang said.

According to ancient tales, Yuncheng is a legendary place where the Fenghuang (phoenix), a holy bird in heaven, was born from fire. The city thus acquired the nickname of the "city of Fenghuang."

"The 'city of Fenghuang,' just like the phoenix, will survive all hardships and have a promising future. And we welcome investors from home and abroad," the secretary said.

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