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在开放创新中擦亮“投资中国”品牌(开放谈)
Ren Min Ri Bao Hai Wai Ban·2025-05-19 21:22

Core Insights - The establishment of national economic and technological development zones (NEDZs) is a significant initiative for advancing reform and opening up in China, contributing to the construction of an open economy and regional coordinated development over the past 40 years [1][2]. Group 1: Role and Contributions of NEDZs - NEDZs have played a crucial role as pioneers in building an open economy, optimizing the business environment to attract foreign investment and promote international cooperation [1]. - They have evolved to focus on aligning with international high-standard trade rules and have formed replicable experiences in promoting trade and investment liberalization [1][2]. - NEDZs serve as demonstration zones for developing new productive forces tailored to local conditions, consistently leading in technological innovation and industrial upgrading [1]. Group 2: Achievements and Challenges - As of the end of 2023, cooperation between eastern and western NEDZs has increased, with 182 new collaborative projects established, enhancing regional openness and coordination [2]. - Despite positive developments, NEDZs face challenges such as the impact of global economic downturns and geopolitical tensions on export-oriented industries and foreign investment [2]. - Issues such as the need for transformation of labor-intensive industries, inadequate industrial support, and homogeneity in industrial layout are hindering sustainable development [2]. Group 3: Future Directions - NEDZs are encouraged to actively stimulate innovation and internal dynamics, participating in the construction of a new development pattern and promoting high-level opening up [3]. - There is a call for aligning with international standards in areas like data flow and intellectual property protection, and for exploring new operational models to enhance global competitiveness [3]. - Strategic planning is essential to avoid homogeneous competition and ensure effective coordination among various development zones, aiming for a new phase of development in NEDZs [3].