Core Insights - The express delivery business volume in Suzhou is projected to reach 3.761 billion packages by November 21, 2025, surpassing last year's total volume 40 days ahead of schedule, with an expectation to exceed 4 billion packages this year [1] Group 1: Industry Developments - Suzhou's postal management bureau has been advancing five major systems: "smart delivery, integrated delivery, green delivery, inclusive delivery, and safe delivery" to promote steady progress in the postal and express delivery industry [1] - The city is enhancing the rural delivery logistics system to effectively connect urban and rural distribution channels [1] - The application of "artificial intelligence + express delivery" is being accelerated to help reduce costs and improve efficiency in the industry [1] Group 2: Service Enhancements - The postal management department is actively engaging with manufacturing demands to provide integrated logistics and warehousing services for manufacturing enterprises [1] - Efforts are being made to optimize cross-border delivery channels, achieving new breakthroughs in cross-border delivery models [1] - There is a focus on improving end-service capabilities, including the installation of smart parcel boxes in new residential areas and the expedited construction of smart parcel boxes in older communities [1] Group 3: Future Plans - The postal management bureau will continue to strengthen digital empowerment and deepen industrial collaboration to enhance service levels in the industry [1] - The aim is to contribute significantly to the construction of a strong transportation network in the postal sector and to advance the modernization practices in Suzhou [1]

Core Points - The 18th National College Student Innovation Conference was held at Nanjing University Suzhou Campus from November 21 to 23, with the theme "Endless Innovation, New Trends" [1] - The conference introduced a new roundtable sharing session focused on student innovation and released the "2025 National College Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program Implementation Report" [1] - A new initiative called "AI Intelligent Agent for College Student Innovation Training Program" named "Suiqi" was launched [1] Summary by Categories Event Overview - The conference gathered over 1,200 representatives from universities across 28 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions, including experts from the national innovation training program and industry guests [1] - A total of 1,030 projects were submitted by national and local educational authorities, leading to the selection of 200 academic papers, 250 reform achievements, and 60 entrepreneurial projects [1] Awards and Recognitions - The conference awarded 20 "Outstanding Academic Papers," including Tsinghua University's paper on microplastics and 12 "Best Entrepreneurial Projects," such as Nanjing University's virtual human model for drug dynamics [1] - Additionally, 20 "Best Creative Projects" were recognized, including Zhejiang University's watermark technology research, and 20 "Most Favorite Projects," such as China University of Petroleum's autonomous quadrotor drone [1] - The conference also presented 15 "Outstanding Organization Awards," with Nanjing University receiving a "Special Contribution Award" [1]

苏州受到表彰的"全省自强模范"为果不其然无障碍科技（苏州）有限公司负责人杨阳、苏州市盲人 协会主席陆亚芳、昆山市天趣残疾人书画艺术服务中心负责人朱建明、江苏亨通线缆科技有限公司职工 沈建兴、苏州铭加隆橡塑有限公司管理人员徐敏和太仓中德善美实业有限公司管理人员狄庆。获评"全 省助残模范"的集体为苏州市企业社会责任助残联盟和苏州口腔医院（集团）有限公司；获评"全省助残 模范"的个人为苏州市星善聚能助残服务中心负责人刘耘如和宣圃文化（昆山）有限公司管理人员蒋文 芳。 苏州市残联相关负责人介绍，近年来，苏州持续完善残疾人社会保障制度和关爱服务体系，涌现出 一批残疾人励志典型和助残先进。 昨天（11月24日），第七次全省自强模范暨助残模范表彰大会在南京召开。80名全省自强模范、27 个全省助残模范集体和23名全省助残模范个人受到省委、省政府表彰。苏州市6人被授予"全省自强模 范"称号，2个集体和2名个人被授予"全省助残模范"称号。 ...

Core Insights - The "Chain Connecting the World, Intelligent Manufacturing for Prosperity" procurement matchmaking event took place in Suzhou, featuring nearly 50 overseas companies from over 20 countries and regions, engaging with more than 300 quality factories from the Yangtze River Delta [1][2] - The event utilized a "dual invitation model" focusing on key sectors such as medical devices, intelligent manufacturing, semiconductors, and automotive manufacturing, enhancing the efficiency of supply-demand matching [2] - Following the event, overseas buyers will visit 16 local Suzhou enterprises for on-site inspections, promoting deeper integration of "Suzhou Manufacturing" and "Suzhou Intelligent Manufacturing" with international markets [3] Group 1 - The event facilitated efficient and precise matchmaking, allowing participants to quickly establish initial intentions and exchange contact information [1] - Local suppliers in Suzhou reported significant benefits, with immediate agreements for factory visits following the event [2] - The event featured dedicated zones for overseas and domestic buyers, enabling orderly one-on-one and multi-party negotiations [1][2] Group 2 - Participants expressed satisfaction with the quality of Chinese suppliers, highlighting their advanced equipment and timely delivery [2] - The event's scale and professionalism exceeded expectations, prompting plans for continued participation in similar activities to further explore the Chinese market [2] - The event aimed to connect overseas buyers with certified suppliers in the Yangtze River Delta, addressing challenges in finding suitable manufacturers online [2]

Group 1 - The Su Nan Grand Bridge, a key project of the Tong Su Jia Yong High-Speed Railway, has successfully completed the main span of the Bai Xian Jiang continuous beam-arch combination bridge, marking a significant milestone in the construction of the railway [1] - The bridge spans 25 kilometers and crosses various structures, including roads, rivers, and residential areas, making it a highly technical and challenging project [1][2] - The bridge features a prestressed concrete continuous beam-arch structure with a main span of 180 meters and a design height of 36 meters, utilizing advanced construction techniques [1][2] Group 2 - The project has completed 6,168 pile foundations, 678 pier bodies, and 683 bearing platforms, with 14 out of 22 continuous beams already completed [2] - The total output value of the project has reached 1.65 billion yuan, accounting for approximately 80% of the total investment [2] - The project is expected to complete the construction of the bridge's lower structure and special structures by 2026 [3]

Core Insights - The introduction of the JSQ cage train service has created a new logistics channel for automobile exports, reducing costs and promoting low-carbon transportation [1] - The Taicang Port has seen a significant increase in automobile exports, with nearly 600,000 units exported in the first three quarters of the year, representing a year-on-year growth of approximately 70% [1] - The new rail-water intermodal transport model has been successfully implemented, showcasing the effectiveness of innovative logistics solutions [2] Group 1: Logistics Innovation - The JSQ cage train service allows for high-density loading, with a full train capable of transporting 406 vehicles, significantly improving transportation efficiency [2] - The rail transport method has a carbon emission intensity that is one-fifth of that of road transport, leading to a reduction of approximately 21,500 tons of carbon emissions this year alone [2] - The traditional road transport method has a much higher energy consumption compared to rail transport, with energy consumption per 100 tons being 1,846 kg of standard coal for road versus 478 kg for rail [3] Group 2: Operational Efficiency - The construction of a top-end unloading platform has increased the daily handling capacity of vehicles from 200 to between 800 and 1,000, achieving a fourfold increase in efficiency [4] - A rapid transfer system has been established, allowing for direct access from the rail to the port, completing key transfers in just 10 minutes [4] - The innovative "four in, four out" operational model has significantly enhanced unloading efficiency, achieving a 200% increase in daily handling capacity compared to the basic model [5] Group 3: Market Expansion - The logistics network established by Suzhou Port and its partners covers 22 railway stations and connects to Europe and Asia, facilitating market access for multiple automobile brands in 15 countries [5] - The new intermodal transport channel has streamlined the logistics process for exporting cars to Europe, reducing transportation time and costs, thereby enhancing competitiveness in international markets [5] - The Taicang Port has expanded its freight train services to include various goods, further optimizing logistics operations [6]

Core Insights - The Southeast Asia heavy-lift container ship has commenced its maiden voyage from Suzhou Port Taicang Port Area, carrying nearly 100,000 cubic meters of "Made in China" goods to Indonesia's Gresik and Jakarta ports, operating on a bi-weekly schedule [1] - Suzhou Port is strategically located at the Yangtze River estuary, boasting the highest number of shipping routes along the Yangtze, serving as a critical support for the outward-oriented economy [1][2] Group 1: Port Development and Operations - By 2025, Suzhou Port aims to enhance its shipping network, focusing on customized services and increasing coverage for both domestic and foreign trade, with a target of completing 1.9 million TEUs in collaboration with Shanghai [2] - The port's integrated service platform will streamline operations, allowing for a unified login for business transactions across various port areas [2] - The port's container throughput is expected to exceed 10 million TEUs by 2024, making it the first inland port in China to achieve this milestone, with a projected growth of over 60% compared to the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan [2] Group 2: Trade and Economic Impact - Suzhou Port has accelerated its transformation into a trade hub, focusing on various commodities, and has established itself as the largest automobile export port and grain oil import port along the Yangtze River [3] - The port's foreign trade "new three samples" are expected to exceed 800,000 TEUs by 2025, with a year-on-year growth of over 50%, including over 12,000 TEUs of energy storage cabinets exported [3] - The main revenue from trade has increased from 100.5 billion yuan at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan to 200 billion yuan, with an average annual growth rate of 19.8% [3] Group 3: Business Environment and Support - Suzhou Port has established a rapid response mechanism for enterprises, enhancing customs clearance efficiency and providing green channels for key commodities [4] - The port has implemented measures to support local foreign trade enterprises, including waiving storage fees for over 5,000 TEUs and ensuring that no export containers are left behind [4] - The port authority aims to leverage its geographical advantages to enhance global connectivity and support high-quality development in Suzhou [4]

昨天（11月24日），市政府召开常务会议，学习《中华人民共和国突发事件应对法》，审议研究相关事项。 市委副书记、市长吴庆文主持会议。 新修订的《突发事件应对法》自2024年11月1日起施行，包含总则、管理与指挥体制、预防与应急准备、监测 与预警、应急处置与救援等8章106条。会上，相关领域专家围绕背景概述、修订内容、贯彻实施等方面进行了深 入解读。 会议还审议研究了其他事项。 濮建明 摄 会议指出，当前，已进入全年和"十四五"收官的加力冲刺期，各地各部门要深入贯彻习近平总书记关于应急 管理的重要论述，坚持人民至上、生命至上，以更高的政治站位、更强的责任担当、更严的工作标准，抓好突发 事件应对工作，全力以赴交出高质量"安全答卷"。领导干部要坚持带头学法用法，进一步完善党委领导、政府负 责、部门联动、军地联合、社会协同、公众参与、科技支撑、法治保障的治理体系。各地各部门要坚持学思结 合、以案为鉴，深刻反思、汲取教训，加强协同配合，强化应急物资、场所、设备储备，做好重点单位全员应急 能力培训，切实加强全社会应急救援能力建设，坚决守护社会平安稳定。 ...

Economic Overview - In the first ten months of 2025, Suzhou's industrial output value exceeded 4 trillion yuan, with industrial investment reaching 193.4 billion yuan, an increase of 9% [1] - The city's economy has maintained a stable operation, focusing on stabilizing foreign trade, promoting industries, and expanding investment and consumption [1] Industrial Performance - The added value of large-scale industries increased by 7.6% year-on-year, with total industrial output value at 4,000.9 billion yuan, growing by 4.0% [1] - Key sectors showed growth: electronic information industry increased by 5.5%, metal products industry by 9.5%, and instrument manufacturing by 9.9% [1] - High-tech industries contributed 2,240.4 billion yuan, growing by 6.5% [1] Service Sector - From January to September, the revenue of large-scale service industries grew by 7.7%, with transportation, warehousing, and postal services increasing by 9.4% [1] - Software and information technology services saw a growth of 10.9%, while leasing and business services grew by 12.1% [1] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment totaled 507.75 billion yuan, a decrease of 3.8% year-on-year, but excluding real estate development, it grew by 5.2% [1] - Industrial investment reached 193.4 billion yuan, up by 9.0%, with electronic information industry investment increasing by 17.1% [1] - General equipment manufacturing investment rose by 19.2%, and electrical machinery and equipment manufacturing investment grew by 23.9% [1] Consumer Market - Social retail sales of consumer goods totaled 758.84 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 3.1% [2] - The largest growth in retail sales was seen in grain and oil food categories, which increased by 17.0% [2] - Online retail sales through wholesale and retail sectors grew by 8.0% [2] Foreign Trade - The total import and export value reached 2,278.9 billion yuan, growing by 6.0% year-on-year [2] - Exports totaled 1,425.94 billion yuan, an increase of 7.0%, while imports were 852.96 billion yuan, up by 4.5% [2] - Trade with countries and regions involved in the Belt and Road Initiative grew by 15.7%, accounting for 44.7% of total trade [2] Financial Sector - By the end of October, the balance of deposits in financial institutions was 5,680.4 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.7% [2] - The balance of loans in financial institutions reached 5,998.61 billion yuan, growing by 7.8% year-on-year [2] Price Trends - In October, consumer prices in urban areas rose by 0.1% year-on-year, with clothing prices increasing by 1.7% and housing by 0.3% [2] - Prices for daily necessities and services rose by 2.4%, while healthcare increased by 1.7% [2] - Food and tobacco prices decreased by 2.2%, and transportation and communication costs fell by 1.1% [2]

Core Perspective - The "Haitang Warm Sun" public welfare project launched in Suzhou High-tech Zone aims to provide comprehensive support for new employment groups through a multi-dimensional service system, enhancing care coverage and service precision [1] Group 1: Project Overview - The project includes six major initiatives: delivery support, housing assistance, rights protection, station enhancement, career planning, and cultural tourism services [1] - The project is designed to respond to the needs of new employment groups, such as delivery workers and riders, by providing a "winter warm gift" [1] Group 2: Service Network - A digital service network has been established through WeChat groups, covering over 10,000 riders and drivers, allowing for efficient communication and rapid response to their needs [2] - The introduction of 13 battery swap stations in commercial areas allows riders to quickly recharge their vehicles, addressing concerns about battery life during deliveries [2] Group 3: Housing and Cultural Support - The housing support initiative offers exclusive affordable housing options for new employment groups, with monthly rents as low as 200 yuan per person for shared accommodations [3] - The project will distribute 10,000 tickets to cultural attractions, allowing new employment groups to enjoy local cultural resources [4] Group 4: Community Engagement and Training - The project has resolved over 70 issues related to access and parking for new employment groups, creating 150 friendly community scenarios [4] - Training programs have been initiated, with over 3,000 participants in various skill development courses, enhancing career prospects for new employment groups [7] Group 5: Technological Integration - Smart access systems are being installed in service stations to facilitate easier access for new employment groups, with 10 stations already equipped [6] - The integration of technology aims to streamline services and enhance the overall experience for new employment groups [6] Group 6: Community Governance - The establishment of party organizations within the new employment groups aims to transform them from service recipients to active participants in community governance [8] - The "Shulong Brother Studio" serves as a model for grassroots governance, successfully mediating over 80 disputes since its inception [9]