Sept 18 — Zhang Xuetao, director of the Real Estate Market Regulation Department at the Ministry of Housing and Urban‑Rural Development, told a State Council Information Office briefing that during the 15th Five‑Year Plan the ministry will push for high‑quality development of the housing provident fund. The ministry will expand fund coverage and support self‑employed, part‑time and other flexible workers to voluntarily contribute, aiming to strengthen the scheme's inclusiveness.