The Nanjing government is moving to improve the city's infrastructure in preparation for the upcoming Summer Youth Olympic Games, said Yang Weize, Party chief of the capital in Jiangsu province.

The event, which will be held from Aug 16 to 28, is not only a great opportunity for the city to carry out its sustainable development strategy, but also helps to promote the Olympic spirit and publicizes the importance of sports among Chinese youth, Yang added.

Nanjing won the bid in 2010 to host the 2014 games. Held every four years, the event is open to athletes from 15 to 18 years old.