Capital Call for Privately Run Libraries

2002/08/01

Beijing is keen to encourage individuals to run their own libraries in the city, so a local law enabling tax incentives for such libraries will come into effect on November 1 this year. The capital, with a population of more than 11 million, currently has 7,309 libraries.

Being encouraged to open libraries or support established ones by donating money, books and equipment, are individuals, companies and organizations. Lack of funds, outdated management systems and shortage of professionals had hampered the development of libraries in Beijing, said Zhang Heping, director of the city's administration of culture.city that has a population of more than 11 million.



	Article featured in Beijing This Month, August 2002 Publication sponsored by Information Office of the Beijing Municipal Government, Beijing Municipal Bureau of Tourism