The Department of Development Strategy and Regional Economy studies China's medium- and long-term economic development strategies and policies; strategies and policies for regional development and new-type urbanization; and major and fundamental issues in economic system reform. It develops quantitative analytical models, conducts policy simulations and medium- and long-term forecasts, organizes or participates in research and evaluation of medium- and long-term development plans for relevant departments, regions and industries, and puts forward corresponding policy advice and recommendations.