Core Viewpoint - Xinjiang is emerging as a crucial hub for trade and development, showcasing significant economic growth and potential in various sectors, including agriculture, energy, and infrastructure [1][3][9]. Economic Development - Xinjiang's GDP is projected to reach 20,534.08 billion yuan in 2024, marking a significant increase from 7,499.47 billion yuan in 2012, with an average annual growth rate of 7.0% [3]. - The region's per capita GDP is expected to rise from 33,495 yuan in 2012 to 78,660 yuan in 2024, reflecting a growth of 1.3 times [3]. - The export of automobiles through the Horgos port reached 237,000 units from January to August this year, showing a year-on-year increase of 5.3% [2]. Infrastructure and Energy - The Dashi Gorge Water Conservancy Project, with a maximum dam height of 247 meters, is set to alleviate water shortages for over 8 million acres of farmland, providing 3.42 billion cubic meters of ecological water annually [4]. - The Xinjiang oilfield company is expected to achieve a historical milestone with a total oil and gas equivalent of 20 million tons this year, alongside the establishment of a national-level shale oil demonstration zone [3]. Agricultural Advancements - Xinjiang's irrigation area has expanded from 16.81 million acres at the founding of New China to 99.17 million acres in 2024, with grain yield per acre increasing to 524.8 kilograms, the highest in the country [5]. - The introduction of drip irrigation has reduced water usage by approximately 20%, significantly benefiting local farmers [5]. Social and Cultural Integration - Initiatives promoting ethnic unity and cultural exchange are being implemented, enhancing community ties among diverse ethnic groups in Xinjiang [7][8]. - The "One Family Like Pomegranate Seeds" campaign aims to strengthen the sense of community and shared identity among various ethnic groups [9].
新时代 新征程 新图景（砥砺奋进七十载 天山南北谱华章）
Ren Min Ri Bao·2025-09-23 00:38