Core Insights - The report indicates that the port economy in China's coastal cities is a crucial driver for development, with a projected value of 6.7 trillion yuan in 2024, accounting for 13.6% of the total economic output of these cities, representing an increase of 360.6 billion yuan compared to 2023 [1][2] Group 1: Economic Overview - The spatial structure of China's port economy is characterized by "one core, two zones, and multiple areas," with cities like Shanghai and Suzhou leading as the core, the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta as the two zones, and the Bohai Rim, Southeast Coastal, and Southwest Coastal areas as the multiple areas [1] - In 2024, the contribution of the primary, secondary, and tertiary industries to the port economy in coastal cities is expected to be 15%, 22%, and 8% respectively, indicating a significant support role of ports for the primary and secondary industries [1] Group 2: Regional Performance - The Yangtze River Delta region accounts for 44.9% of the national port economy value, making it the most developed area for port economies in China [2] - Compared to 2023, the port economy shares of Tianjin and Hebei, Shandong, the Yangtze River Delta, and Fujian coastal cities have increased by 0.1, 0.3, 0.2, and 0.1 percentage points respectively, while the shares for Liaoning, Guangdong, and Southwest coastal cities have decreased by 0.1, 0.5, and 0.1 percentage points [2] Group 3: Industry Trends - The global supply chain is undergoing rapid restructuring, with ports and shipping logistics serving as critical links in the international supply chain and supporting the new dual circulation development pattern [2] - Geopolitical conflicts and trade barriers are prompting a retreat from globalization, yet the trend towards global economic integration remains irreversible, driven by a new technological revolution reshaping global supply chains [2]
2024年中国港口经济增加值达6.7万亿元 占海港城市经济总量的13.6%
Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-06-16 03:17