中国经济样本观察·县域样本篇 | 浙江小县城如何炼成“国际范”？

Core Viewpoint - Deqing County in Zhejiang Province has emerged as a significant hub for freshwater pearl processing, high-end homestays, and geographic information industries, attracting global attention and investment [1][3][4]. Group 1: Freshwater Pearl Industry - Deqing is recognized as China's largest freshwater pearl deep processing base, with an annual processing volume of nearly 100 tons, accounting for about 10% of the national output, and generating over 7 billion yuan in annual revenue [1]. - The Deqing freshwater pearl complex farming system was designated as a global important agricultural cultural heritage by the FAO in May [1]. - The Oushiman Pearl Museum, covering 6,200 square meters, has received over 100,000 visitors from various educational backgrounds and hosts more than 120 agricultural heritage study activities annually [2]. Group 2: High-end Homestays - The Mogan Mountain area, home to over 95% of Deqing's homestays, has become a green tourism brand, attracting international visitors and featuring over 20 high-end "Yangjiale" homestays [3]. - Deqing is expected to receive over 20 million tourists in 2024, marking a 10.5% increase year-on-year, with foreign tourists growing by approximately 28% [3]. Group 3: Geographic Information Industry - Deqing hosts the United Nations Global Geospatial Knowledge and Innovation Center, the first of its kind in China, enhancing its role as a global hub for geospatial information exchange [3]. - The county has attracted over 430 geospatial enterprises, with the industry’s output value doubling for six consecutive years and an annual growth rate of over 30% in the digital economy's core industries [3]. Group 4: Balanced Economic Development - Deqing is the only county in China with national-level parks in all three sectors (primary, secondary, and tertiary), showcasing a balanced and high-quality economic development model [4]. - The county aims to introduce 100 landmark projects over three years to push the "Geographic Information +" industry scale beyond 60 billion yuan [9]. Group 5: Talent and Innovation - Deqing is leveraging the integration opportunities within the Yangtze River Delta, aiming to attract 1,000 high-level talents and 6,000 skilled workers this year [10]. - The establishment of a 300 million yuan talent innovation investment fund is part of the strategy to enhance local innovation capabilities [10]. Group 6: Cultural Empowerment - Deqing plans to develop a comprehensive pearl culture industry that integrates pearl farming, cultural experiences, industrial tourism, and wellness, showcasing Chinese culture to global consumers [11]. - The county is exploring effective paths for rural revitalization through the integration of homestays with leisure agriculture, exhibitions, and wellness activities [11].