外贸稳、社零增、国际范足……重庆“十四五”商务经济“火力全开”

Core Insights - The Chongqing government has reported significant achievements in the high-quality development of its business economy during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, highlighting the city's progress in various economic indicators [2][7][10]. Economic Performance - The total retail sales of consumer goods in Chongqing are projected to reach 1.6 trillion yuan in 2024, marking a 35.4% increase compared to the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan," thus exceeding the targets set for the "14th Five-Year Plan" [7]. - The annual growth rate of online retail sales from 2021 to 2024 is expected to be 17.5%, with the total expected to double during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [7]. Foreign Trade and Investment - Chongqing's total foreign trade has exceeded 3.5 trillion yuan over the past five years, with the city becoming a significant player in international trade [8][9]. - The Chongqing Free Trade Zone has contributed over 60% of the city's foreign trade and more than 30% of foreign investment, with nine institutional innovations being promoted nationwide [8]. Infrastructure and Market Development - The city has established 520 urban vegetable markets and 981 rural agricultural markets, enhancing local access to fresh produce [7]. - Chongqing has introduced 2,200 domestic and international brands, with many new flagship stores opening in the city [7]. Policy and Innovation - Chongqing has successfully secured 16 national pilot projects in the business sector during the "14th Five-Year Plan," enhancing its reputation for innovation [10]. - The city has implemented a digital supply system for essential goods, involving over 3,000 enterprises to ensure the availability of necessities for residents [10].