“活力中国调研行”8月25日起走进湖北，解锁荆楚发展活力密码

Core Insights - The "Vibrant China Research Tour" in Hubei aims to showcase the province's achievements in high-quality economic and social development during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [1] - Hubei's economy has surpassed significant milestones, achieving a total economic output of over 6 trillion yuan ahead of schedule [1][2] Economic Performance - Hubei's GDP grew by 6.2% in the first half of the year, with fixed asset investment increasing by 6.5% and retail sales of consumer goods rising by 6.9% [2] - The province's total import and export volume surged by 28.4%, solidifying its important position in national development and enhancing its role as a growth engine in Central China [2] Technological Innovation - The total value of technology contracts in Hubei increased from 168.7 billion yuan at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan to 550 billion yuan, ranking third in the country [2] - The number of high-tech enterprises in Hubei has grown to over 30,000, representing a 2.8-fold increase over five years [2] Industrial Upgrading - From 2021 to 2024, the annual growth rate of industrial added value in Hubei is projected to be 8.7%, exceeding the national average by 2.8 percentage points [2] - Major industries in Hubei are expected to reach a scale of over 1 trillion yuan, with six advantageous industries surpassing 500 billion yuan [2] Consumer Market - In the first seven months of 2025, Hubei's retail sales of consumer goods reached 151.86 billion yuan, growing by 6.2%, which is 1.4 percentage points higher than the national average [3] - The province's tourism revenue for 2024 is projected to be 901.16 billion yuan, marking an 18.8% year-on-year increase [3] Employment and Workforce - Hubei has seen over 900,000 new urban jobs created annually for four consecutive years, with more than 400,000 young graduates choosing to stay in the province [3] - The demand for high-quality jobs in emerging industries such as AI and renewable energy has surged, with some sectors experiencing over 150% year-on-year growth in recruitment needs [3]