低调有实力：这个小镇84万人坐拥500家德企 人均GDP不输一线城市

Group 1 - Jiangsu province has notable economic performance in county-level economies, with cities like Kunshan, Changshu, Jiangyin, and Zhangjiagang being well-known for their strong economic indicators, referred to as the "Four Little Dragons of Southern Jiangsu" [1] - Taicang, a lesser-known city in Jiangsu, has shown impressive strength, ranking sixth in the 2024 National Top 100 Counties and second in the "National Science and Technology Innovation Counties" list, with a GDP of 188 billion yuan in 2024 [3][5] - The per capita GDP of Taicang is 221,800 yuan, which is higher than that of major cities like Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, and only slightly lower than Beijing, indicating its economic robustness [3] Group 2 - Taicang hosts around 500 German enterprises, including over 60 global manufacturing "hidden champions," with key industries in high-end equipment manufacturing, advanced materials, and modern trade [5] - The city has a unique German cultural influence, featuring German-style dining and bars, reflecting the presence of a significant German community [5] - Taicang is one of the first cities in China to implement the German "dual education system," allowing students to learn while interning at companies, which fosters a direct pathway to employment post-graduation [7] Group 3 - Despite complex political relations, many German companies continue to invest in China, with BASF increasing its investment in the Chinese market, even as it reduces investments in other regions [9] - In the first half of 2024, German investments in China reached a record high of 7.3 billion euros, with a significant portion being reinvested profits from Chinese operations, indicating strong confidence in the Chinese market [9]