BEIJING, April 1 (Xinhua) --Chinese President Xi Jinping underlined efforts to make smart, green and innovative development the trademark of the Xiong'an New Area. Since its establishment in 2017, Xiong'an has seen the gradual improvement of its urban functions, public services, and commercial services, sketching a new vision of a modern city that is livable, business-friendly, green, and intelligent. A "city of the future," carrying hopes and dreams, is rising.