# Rosario Chinese commercial and cultural development > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rosario-chinese-commercial-and-cultural-development > Updated: 2026-09-20T20:00:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. In Rosario, urban revitalization efforts have focused on the development of a Chinese-themed commercial and cultural district. Initial proposals by businessman Lucio Di Santo sought to establish a Chinatown-inspired hub in the city center to address vacant storefronts and commercial decline through concentrated gastronomic and cultural services. These plans have progressed into more concrete developments. A large-scale Chinese bazaar and gift shop is scheduled to occupy a 1,500 m² space at Mitre 738, a site previously vacant after the closure of Tarjeta Naranja. Additionally, the proposed Chinese Barrio is expanding its scope, with plans for a 200-meter corridor of commerce and gastronomy. Approximately 70 entrepreneurs have expressed interest in the project, including the restaurant Lan Lan China Bowl, which aims to serve as a gastronomic centerpiece for the district. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-20: Rosario sees expansion of Chinese commercial and gastronomic projects Rosario is seeing increased Chinese commercial investment, including a new 1,500 m² bazaar at Mitre 738 and the development of a dedicated Chinese Barrio featuring gastronomy and retail. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rosario-sees-expansion-of-chinese-commercial-and-gastronomic-projects ### 2026-08-27: Rosario explores Chinatown hub and new tech innovation center Rosario is exploring new economic development projects, including a proposed Chinatown-themed commercial hub and a new innovation center at the Bolsa de Comercio focused on startups and artificial intelligence. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rosario-explores-chinatown-hub-and-new-tech-innovation-center --- Cite as: Rosario Chinese commercial and cultural development. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/rosario-chinese-commercial-and-cultural-development