China has been a perfect example of delivering unprecedented rapid economic growth for several decades since the launch of reform and opening-up policy in 1978.

The tremendous economic growth has contributed to developing several mega-cities all over the country. As a result, more than 65 percent of the total population of China now lives in urban areas, whereas only 13 percent of Chinese lived in cities in 1950. Figures also reveal that 15 mega-cities and 25 of the world’s largest 100 cities are currently in China.

Prior to my arrival in the country, like so many other foreigners, I was aware of China’s success. But the growth I’ve seen in the past five months I’ve been here is beyond anything I had expected. No matter which city I visited, I was simply overwhelmed by the massive development and global characteristics of that city.

The modern and glittering cities with all state-of-the-art urban facilities and amenities are the epitome of the economic revolution of China.

The use of modern technologies and high-speed means of transportation in different cities has made the life in China seamless.

I have so far found no armed members of law-enforcing agencies on the streets of the country, which really speaks volumes for how much peaceful and law-abiding the Chinese are. China is such a country where there is no fear for any kind of insecurity including thievery. No matter how deep the night is, anyone can go to anywhere safely and nobody will face the slightest sort of abuse or harassment.

Because of quality of life, many foreigners now prefer Chinese cities over traditional Western hubs. This shows that Chinese cities are becoming economic and cultural powerhouses.

The world should learn from the way China has made its cities and villages greener, cleaner and attractive in such a short span. (By MD Enamul Hassan, The writer is the diplomatic correspondent of the Daily Sun, a leading national English daily of Bangladesh.)