Core Insights - Wuhan is leveraging its strategic location and economic indicators to reshape its role in the new era of openness, with a retail sales total of 862.93 billion yuan and import-export volume exceeding 400 billion yuan in 2024, marking a historical high [1] Domestic Trade Upgrade - Wuhan is positioning itself as an international consumption center, with new commercial landmarks and foreign investments enhancing its commercial landscape [2] - The city has opened over 1,000 new retail businesses in the past three years, surpassing 6,700 in total, and is actively promoting local brands to expand nationally [2][3] - Wuhan's retail sales growth reached 5.3% in 2024, ranking first among 19 sub-provincial cities, and continued to show strong performance into 2025 [3] Foreign Trade Breakthrough - Wuhan's foreign trade has shown resilience, with a total import-export volume surpassing 400 billion yuan in 2024, averaging a growth rate of 10.5% since the 14th Five-Year Plan [4] - The city is becoming a hub for global enterprises, with local companies like Gaode Zhiguan and Renfu Pharmaceutical expanding their international presence [4][5] - New business models such as cross-border e-commerce and digital trade are driving foreign trade growth, with cross-border e-commerce growing at an annual rate of 48.3% over the past three years [5] Hub Empowerment - Wuhan's transportation network supports its hub advantages, with a comprehensive high-speed rail system and significant container throughput at Wuhan Port [7] - The city hosted 1,060 trade events in 2024, enhancing its reputation as a competitive exhibition city and facilitating trade and cooperation [7][8] - Wuhan is actively promoting its culinary culture internationally, organizing global food trade events to enhance the export of Chinese cuisine [8]
武汉内外贸并驱激活双循环 从“中部中心”迈向“全国核心枢纽”
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