跨过8万亿，广东求解服务业“高水平供给”与“高水平开放”

Core Insights - Guangdong's service industry achieved a revenue of 2.89 trillion yuan in the first half of 2025, marking a year-on-year growth of 7.3% and contributing 47.9% to the province's economic growth [1][2] - The service industry's added value reached 8.14 trillion yuan in 2024, accounting for 57.5% of GDP and maintaining its position as the largest service sector in China for 40 consecutive years [1][2] - Key challenges include insufficient high-quality supply in core technology services and high-end care services, as well as a significant talent gap in finance, technology, and cross-border services [1][3] Economic Contribution - The service industry is a pillar of Guangdong's economy, with a contribution rate of 47.9% to economic growth and a GDP share of 57.5% in 2024 [2] - Financial services, information transmission, software, and modern life services are identified as the three major advantageous sectors within Guangdong's modern service industry [2] Market Dynamics - Guangdong's digital economy reached 6.9 trillion yuan in 2024, leading the nation for eight consecutive years and fostering major industrial internet platforms [2] - The province's retail sales of consumer goods totaled 4.79 trillion yuan in 2024, maintaining the top position in the country for 42 years [3] Challenges and Opportunities - The service industry faces challenges in supply quality and capability, particularly in technology research and transformation, with many research outcomes not translating into productive capacity [3][4] - There is a growing demand for high-end services such as smart elderly care and customized tourism, but regulatory and policy constraints hinder development [3] Policy and Development Strategies - The Guangdong government is focusing on enhancing high-quality supply and high-level openness in the service industry as key development strategies [6] - Recommendations include promoting high-quality development in productive services and upgrading life services to meet diverse consumer needs [7] International Cooperation and Standards - The development of modern service trade in Guangdong is seen as essential for high-quality development, with a focus on leveraging Hong Kong's advantages [8][9] - The province aims to align its service standards with international norms and enhance cooperation in intellectual property and service standards across the Greater Bay Area [9]