Fostering more consumer spending is one of China's goals as it aims for economic growth of five percent this year. And one area being targeted for a rebound is the urban nightlife economy, after three years of COVID restrictions. Reporter Guan Yang has more from Shenyang, the capital city of northeastern Liaoning Province.

Money never sleeps.

Just like the quote from the blockbuster movie, The Wolf of Wall Street, the nightlife economy drives purchasing, interaction, and social engagement. This month, the city of Shenyang rolled out stimulus measures to encourage more people to go out at night.

Sun Quan in Shenyang, Liaoning Province: "I think the nightlife here is safe for going out. You can have a good time especially when the bustling atmosphere returns to the streets."

Ma Jinju Manager, Chic Inn Live House: "We've been keeping ourselves busy by rolling out online and offline promotions in line with the city's new stimulus measures, and we've seen an increase in our customer base lately."

The stimulus measures the city has rolled out focus on supporting creative industries, late-night transit, piggyback on local culture and keeping it safe but alive, and above all, creating a vibrant environment for people to enjoy.

Guan Yang in Shenyang, Liaoning Province: "When we think about nightlife, the first things that come to mind are bars, restaurants, music and partying. But the notion of the nightlife economy has a much broader meaning, it is a source of new jobs and new income for the city."

Huang Fei,a vendor in Shenyang, Liaoning Province: "I think many young people are influenced by social media, as they are inspired by others about where to eat, how to have a good night out, and what are the latest trends."

As an essential part of the urban economy, nightlife is an indicator of the city's openness, convenience, and dynamism. After China's relaxation of COVID rules, more cities will create their own hustle and bustle to keep consumer spending strong. Guan Yang, CGTN, Shenyang.