The Chinese Mayor
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Controversial Mayor Geng Yanbo demolished 140,000 homes in Datong to relocate half a million people, aiming to restore ancient walls and pivot to tourism. His radical vision sought to combat pollution and revive the economy through culture, outlining a complex blueprint for China's urban future.
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