China's installed capacity of total power generation has hit 400 million kilowatts, further stabilizing its number two position in the world.
An official with the National Development and Reform Commission says China is witnessing the fastest development of power production in the world.
China's installed capacity of hydropower is the largest in the world, hitting 100 million kilowatts.
It's predicted that China's power shortage will be partially alleviated next year, and a full nationwide alleviation is expected in 2006.
(Xinhua News Agency December 27, 2004)