Seven of China's major coal-producing groups have called on the sector to boost supply and keep prices within a reasonable range.

Shanxi, a major coal-producing region in north China, has shut down 163 coal mines and eliminated 146.05 million tonnes of annual coal production capacity over the past five years.

A new railway line for transporting coals was put into operation in China recently.

China's offshore wind power, boosted by policy support and improved technology, has been a fast-growing segment over the past few years.

The administration will continue to step up supervision to continue improving workplace safety conditions in non-coal mines, the official said.

China's benchmark power coal price rose slightly during the past week.

The efforts are part of China's broader push to be a manufacturing powerhouse and ensure steady growth of its sprawling industrial economy.

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