把“新”放进袋子里：蓄力五年，成都浮现“东部新高地”

Core Viewpoint - The Chengdu Eastern New Area has rapidly developed into a vital economic hub within the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle, showcasing significant growth in GDP and infrastructure, while also enhancing its role as a center for innovation and modern urban living [5][11][31]. Economic Development - The Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle achieved a GDP of 87,193 billion yuan in 2024, accounting for 30.3% of the western region's total, with a growth rate exceeding the national average by 0.8 percentage points [5]. - The Eastern New Area's GDP reached 32.26 billion yuan in 2024, marking a 2.5 times increase since its establishment and an 11% growth compared to 2023, making it a key player in the region [5][11]. - The area has seen a fivefold increase in public budget revenue and a fourfold increase in tax revenue over five years, with high-tech industries growing from zero to 38 companies [10][11]. Infrastructure and Connectivity - The Tianfu International Airport is projected to handle over 54 million passengers in 2024, accounting for more than half of Chengdu's annual passenger throughput, and has established 35 international cargo routes [6][8]. - The ongoing construction of the Chengdu-Chongqing high-speed railway aims to create a "half-hour commuting circle," enhancing connectivity within the region [10][20]. Trade and Investment - The Eastern New Area's foreign trade enterprises increased from 2 to 28 between 2020 and 2024, with total foreign trade volume rising from 626 million yuan to 4.06 billion yuan [8]. - The area has attracted significant investment, with 61 key projects implemented, totaling over 56.7 billion yuan, and 18 industrial projects signed with a total investment of 11 billion yuan [8][13]. Urban Development and Quality of Life - The Eastern New Area is developing a "future city" model, integrating modern urban planning with ecological considerations, including the establishment of parks and high-quality living spaces [22][27]. - Educational and healthcare facilities are being enhanced, with the addition of 23 new schools and the establishment of 17 medical networks to improve access to quality healthcare [28][29]. Technological Innovation - The area has established a comprehensive financial service system to support innovation, including a 5 billion yuan fund and a collaborative banking initiative to reduce financing costs for enterprises [14][16]. - The integration of advanced technologies such as AI and big data is being utilized to enhance urban management and public services, exemplified by the launch of the "Dong e Ask" intelligent government service platform [24][31].