山东省政协召开月度协商会——着眼把脉开方 助力“百县图强”

Core Viewpoint - The development of county economies is crucial for promoting high-quality economic growth, urban-rural integration, and achieving common prosperity in Shandong Province [1][2]. Group 1: Economic Importance of County Development - Shandong's county economies account for over half of the province's total population and 40% of its economic output, highlighting their significant role in regional economic development [1]. - The province is focusing on enhancing the strength of its counties to drive overall economic vitality, with a particular emphasis on the "waist" of the economy, which consists of 136 counties (cities, districts) [1]. Group 2: Industrial Development and Innovation - The key to strengthening county economies lies in developing distinctive industries; without strong, unique industries, counties may fall into low-level competition [2]. - There is a consensus on the need to base development on real industries, focusing on those with comparative advantages that can drive rural agriculture and create employment [2]. - Innovation is essential for transforming county industries towards higher-end, intelligent, and green production [2]. Group 3: Urban-Rural Integration and Infrastructure - Urban-rural integration is seen as a critical factor for county development, with a call to enhance the comprehensive carrying capacity of county towns and promote urbanization centered around these towns [3]. - A well-developed commercial system is vital for urban-rural integration, with ongoing support for the digital and chain transformation of county businesses [3]. Group 4: Talent Development and Collaboration - There is a recognized need for talent cultivation in counties, particularly for local experts and innovators, to support industrial development [3][4]. - Collaborative models, such as appointing experts as "technology vice presidents" in enterprises, have been effective in integrating academic resources with industry needs [4]. Group 5: Implementation and Follow-up - The provincial government is committed to researching and implementing the suggestions made during discussions to ensure effective county economic development [5]. - A mechanism for tracking and ensuring the implementation of good suggestions is to be established, focusing on both strengthening leading counties and supporting weaker ones [5].