Pauli Tours Rural China

Pauli has to go on mission in the field again and again (in small places all over mainland China), as he is managing several projects all over the country. His projects are mainly dealing with rural infrastructure, water distribution systems, water treatment plants, road infrastructures, etc. He is not only away from home, he is on the road for several days at times, visiting one village after another, meeting people working on the projects, local authorities and the WB counterparts. And he sees so much more of China than me that I feel it is only fair to share some of his travel pictures here with you.

These have been taken in the Shaanxi province, in a small village. Electrification has been done all over China several decades ago, as it was a sign of progress. Despite that, water services are still lacking in many small villages and this is a great change for these people. In the photos, the villagers held a parade and colorful banners held in recognition of the work done by the team. Note the canon that was pulled out to throw some thankful fireworks!