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Based on the above literature review, this chapter develops a conceptual framework and methodology for this research. The governance approach is employed using a process-based analytical framework. First, the theoretical concepts of the state, market, governance institutions, planning administration and mechanisms are described in transitional China. Second, a conceptual framework is proposed for analyzing the changing spatial planning in the FYP system. Lastly, the study area and data sources are presented.

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Wang, L. (2019). Conceptual Framework and Methodology. In: Changing Spatial Elements in Chinese Socio-economic Five-year Plan: from Project Layout to Spatial Planning. Springer Geography. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-1867-2_3

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