616个千万级项目入驻，大虹桥开启增长新引擎

Core Insights - The "Investment Hongqiao" 2025 Annual Investment Promotion Conference highlighted the significant growth and development of the Hongqiao Business District, showcasing its role as a key driver for economic expansion in the Yangtze River Delta region [1][2]. Economic Performance - The GDP of the Hongqiao Business District reached 200.24 billion yuan in 2024, marking a 67.4% increase compared to the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan [2]. - Tax revenue surpassed 50 billion yuan for the first time, with an average annual growth rate of 16.9% over four years [2]. - The total import and export value reached 85.6 billion yuan, with an impressive average annual growth rate of 37.3% over four years [2]. - From January to September 2025, retail sales amounted to 47.01 billion yuan, reflecting an 18.1% year-on-year increase [2]. - The foreign trade import and export value was 73.63 billion yuan, showing a 15.6% year-on-year growth [2]. - The total industrial output value of designated large-scale enterprises was 51.65 billion yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 19% [2]. Infrastructure and Urban Development - The Hongqiao Business District is set to enhance its transportation infrastructure, reducing commuting time between Hongqiao and Pudong airports from over 1.5 hours to 40 minutes [3]. - By 2028, seven new metro stations will be added, increasing the coverage rate of future stations to 35% within 600 meters [3]. - The district plans to add 120 million square meters of affordable rental housing, totaling approximately 60,000 units, to improve living conditions for talent [3]. Strategic Industry Focus - The conference emphasized the importance of headquarters economy and strategic emerging industries such as biomedicine, artificial intelligence, new energy, and new materials [5][10]. - A total of 56 new headquarters enterprises were recognized, with annual revenues exceeding 280 billion yuan, including one enterprise with over 100 billion yuan in revenue [7]. - The district has attracted over 700 specialized and innovative enterprises and more than 1,300 high-tech companies, indicating a strong trend towards cluster development in key industries [10]. Internationalization and Support Services - The Hongqiao Overseas Development Service Center has integrated various services to support enterprises in international markets, hosting 139 outbound activities this year and serving over 4,200 companies [12]. - Collaborations with renowned professional service institutions have established a comprehensive international service ecosystem, enhancing cross-border business facilitation [12].