LIAONING PORT(SH:601880) Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-11-07 02:09Core Viewpoint - Dalian is on track to become the first city in Northeast China to achieve a GDP of over 1 trillion yuan, with a current GDP of 951.69 billion yuan in 2024, and a growth rate of 6.0% in the first three quarters of 2025, surpassing the national average by 0.8% [1][3][5]. Economic Contributions - The industrial sector is crucial for Dalian's economy, contributing 60% to GDP growth in 2023, with the petrochemical industry leading at a projected output of 425.6 billion yuan in 2024, ranking first in Northeast China and fourth nationally [4][5]. - Dalian's port economy is another significant asset, with the port ranking fourth globally in container port performance, handling over 98% of Northeast China's foreign trade containers and 60% of crude oil transshipment [7][8]. Trade and Export Performance - Dalian's foreign trade accounts for approximately 60% of Liaoning Province's total and 40% of Northeast China's total, with exports reaching 185.58 billion yuan in the first three quarters of the year, marking a growth of 16.4% [8]. - Key export sectors such as shipbuilding, automotive parts, and vehicles have seen substantial growth rates of 32.8%, 30.4%, and 241.8% respectively [8]. Emerging Industries - Dalian is focusing on new economic drivers, with strategic emerging industries projected to account for 14% of GDP in 2024, aiming to increase to 15% this year, which will inject new vitality into the city's economic growth [8][12]. Regional Impact - Achieving the 1 trillion yuan GDP milestone would not only signify a numerical achievement for Dalian but also enhance its capacity to drive regional development, serving as a model for other cities in Northeast China [12][13].