努力在中国式现代化中走在前列——长三角一体化发展观察（奋勇争先，决战决胜“十四五”）

Economic Growth and Integration - The GDP of the Yangtze River Delta region is projected to grow from 27.6 trillion yuan in 2021 to over 33 trillion yuan by 2024, indicating steady economic growth [2] - Nine cities in the region have entered the "trillion-yuan city" category, and 26 national-level advanced manufacturing clusters account for nearly one-third of the country [2] - The region is home to 282 out of 589 companies listed on the Science and Technology Innovation Board, showcasing its strong innovation capabilities [2] Innovation and Technology - The region is focusing on integrating scientific research and industrial innovation, with a significant emphasis on high-quality development [3][4] - Major industries in Shanghai, such as integrated circuits, biomedicine, and artificial intelligence, have seen continuous growth, reaching a scale of 1.8 trillion yuan [4] - The establishment of specialized synchrotron radiation experimental platforms aims to enhance product development and performance through advanced scientific tools [5][7] Infrastructure and Connectivity - The Shanghai Oriental Hub International Business Cooperation Zone will allow global business personnel to enter without a visa, enhancing international business activities [9][10] - The G60 Science and Technology Corridor connects multiple cities, facilitating collaboration and resource sharing among them [11][12] - A new "super ring" train service connects major cities in the region, improving transportation and integration [16][17] Environmental and Ecological Initiatives - The region is committed to ecological protection and sustainable development, with initiatives like the New安江 ecological compensation mechanism [21][22] - The average proportion of days with good air quality in the region is projected to reach 84.5% by 2024, an increase of 8.8 percentage points since 2018 [22] - The establishment of green manufacturing systems and practices is aimed at balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability [23][24] Future Outlook - The region is focused on continuous high-quality development and integration, with plans to enhance collaborative innovation and resource allocation [25][26]