在落实国家重大发展战略上走在前！长三角9个万亿级城市，江苏有5个

Core Insights - Jiangsu Province is actively implementing the national strategy for the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta, with a focus on high-quality growth and integration [1][2] - The economic output of the Yangtze River Delta is projected to grow from 21.15 trillion yuan in 2018 to 33.17 trillion yuan by 2024, accounting for 24.7% of the national economy [1] - Jiangsu's GDP is expected to reach 13.7 trillion yuan in 2024, representing 41.3% of the Yangtze River Delta's total [1] Economic Development - Jiangsu has five of the nine trillion-yuan cities in the Yangtze River Delta, highlighting its significant economic presence in the region [1] - The province has arranged over 340 billion yuan for targeted support and collaboration projects since the 14th Five-Year Plan, with over 8,000 projects implemented [5] Innovation and Collaboration - Jiangsu is promoting cross-regional integration of technological and industrial innovation, establishing a network of laboratories and innovation alliances [2] - The province has formed 154 institutional innovation outcomes to enhance the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta [2] Environmental Protection - Jiangsu is committed to high-quality development along the Yangtze River, with continuous efforts in ecological protection and restoration [3] - The water quality of the Yangtze River in Jiangsu has maintained a Class II standard for seven consecutive years, with ecological shoreline coverage increasing from 58.3% to 64.5% [3] International Trade and Cooperation - Jiangsu's trade with countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative reached 1.91 trillion yuan from January to August this year, a 10.3% increase [4] - The province has established 10 major ports and opened 89 international trade routes, enhancing its global trade connectivity [4] Regional Development - The Yangtze River Delta's integrated development is expected to contribute 76.7% to Jiangsu's economic growth by 2024 [5][6] - Jiangsu is focusing on the development of coastal regions and has set ambitious goals for marine industry chains [6]