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有效激发民间投资活力
Jing Ji Ri Bao·2025-08-18 21:14

Core Viewpoint - The data from the National Bureau of Statistics indicates that private project investment (excluding real estate development) has seen a year-on-year growth of 5.1% in the first half of the year, reflecting stable growth. The recent Central Political Bureau meeting emphasized the need to "stimulate the vitality of private investment and expand effective investment," suggesting a focus on enhancing investment efficiency and optimizing the structure of private investment in the second half of the year [1][2]. Investment Environment - The policy environment for private investment has been improving throughout the year, with the implementation of the Private Economy Promotion Law on May 20, which is the first fundamental law regarding the development of the private economy in China. This law has significantly boosted the confidence of private enterprises [3]. - The Supreme People's Court has issued 25 guidelines to support the implementation of the Private Economy Promotion Law, covering market access, financing, and property rights protection, which further enhances the legal framework for private investment [3]. Sector Performance - Despite a 0.6% year-on-year decline in private investment growth due to a downturn in real estate development, certain sectors have shown promising growth. Notably, private investment in the accommodation and catering industry grew by 20.3%, infrastructure by 9.5%, and cultural, sports, and entertainment sectors by 8.4% [2]. - The manufacturing sector also saw a 6.7% increase in private investment, indicating a shift towards high-growth areas as low-end capacities are being phased out [2]. Major Projects and Opportunities - The recent approval of five nuclear power projects by the State Council, with an increased private participation ratio from 10% to 20%, is expected to generate over 200 billion yuan in investment, highlighting significant opportunities for private investment in infrastructure [4]. - In Jiangsu province, there are 228 major projects funded by private enterprises, with a planned investment of 150 billion yuan, focusing on new-generation information technology, renewable energy, and high-end equipment [4]. Future Outlook - The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) is working on establishing a long-term mechanism for private enterprises to participate in major national projects, particularly in nuclear power and railways, to further encourage private investment [5]. - The introduction of public real estate investment trusts (REITs) for data centers marks a significant step in breaking down financing barriers for private enterprises in large-scale infrastructure projects, which is expected to enhance private investment confidence in the long run [6]. Policy Coordination - The NDRC plans to continue enhancing the investment environment by focusing on legal guarantees, investment incentives, and innovation-driven policies to stimulate private investment [7]. - The government aims to effectively utilize various investment tools to expand beneficial investments and promote a collaborative approach between public and private sectors to support stable growth in private investment [7]. Recommendations - Experts suggest that more private capital should be directed towards major infrastructure and social welfare projects to stabilize market expectations and enhance the role of private investment in driving domestic demand and economic growth [8].