Public Utilities
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Beijing No.10 Water Plant A Project (2000-2018)
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Beijing Nangong Domestic Waste Incineration Power Plant Concession Project (2005-2017)
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Xiamen Olympic Sports Center (2023)
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Shenzhen Bay Culture Square Zone BC Cultural Facility Franchise (2024-2025)
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