“短板”破万亿 沿海大省再踩油门

Core Insights - Jiangsu province is focusing on enhancing its coastal economic development, aiming to elevate its status as a maritime stronghold in China, with a particular emphasis on the cities of Nantong, Lianyungang, and Yancheng [1][2] - The national marine economy is projected to exceed 10 trillion yuan in 2024, accounting for 7.8% of the GDP, indicating a significant growth opportunity for coastal regions [1][2] Economic Performance - Jiangsu's marine economy has only recently surpassed the 1 trillion yuan mark, achieving 1,004.62 billion yuan in 2024, which is four years later than initially expected [2][5] - Compared to other provinces, Jiangsu ranks sixth in marine economic output, trailing behind Guangdong, Shandong, Fujian, Zhejiang, and Shanghai [5][9] - The marine economy's contribution to Jiangsu's GDP is only 7.3%, which is below the national average and significantly lower than Guangdong's marine economy contribution [9] Development Challenges - Jiangsu has historically struggled with underutilizing its marine resources, leading to a perception of being "near the sea but not benefiting from it" [4][10] - The coastal cities of Jiangsu account for nearly one-third of the province's land area and a quarter of its population, yet their GDP contribution is only 18.1%, falling short of the 20% target set for 2025 [4][10] Strategic Initiatives - The provincial government is prioritizing technological innovation to transform the marine industry, aiming to establish Jiangsu as a testing ground for marine economic advancements [10][11] - Jiangsu's "14th Five-Year Plan" for marine economic development outlines the creation of a modern marine industry system, focusing on traditional industry upgrades and the enhancement of emerging sectors [10][11] Industry Strengths - Jiangsu has a robust foundation in traditional marine industries, particularly in shipbuilding and marine engineering, leading the nation in several key metrics [10][11] - The province is also home to the largest offshore wind power equipment manufacturing base globally, with Yancheng alone accounting for over 40% of the national capacity [11] Areas for Improvement - Despite a solid industrial base, Jiangsu's marine industry still has significant room for growth, particularly in high-tech and high-value sectors [12] - The integration of marine scientific research and education with industry remains weak, limiting the province's ability to leverage its educational resources for economic development [12] Regional Collaboration - The coastal cities of Jiangsu must enhance their collaborative efforts to optimize resource allocation and improve their collective influence in the national marine industry [13][19] - Each city has unique strengths: Nantong in shipbuilding, Lianyungang in transportation, and Yancheng in renewable energy, which should be leveraged for regional development [16][19]