郑栅洁：坚持扩大内需这个战略基点

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government emphasizes the importance of expanding domestic demand as a strategic foundation for long-term development and stability, aiming to enhance the domestic circulation and promote high-quality growth during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [1][8]. Achievements in Expanding Domestic Demand - Since the 18th National Congress, domestic demand has become the main driver of economic growth, contributing an average of 93.1% to economic growth from 2013 to 2024, with final consumption and capital formation contributing 55% and 38.1% respectively [2][3]. - By 2024, final consumption expenditure and capital formation will reach 76.3 trillion yuan and 54.8 trillion yuan, respectively, which are 2.7 times and 2.2 times the levels in 2012 [2]. Upgrading Consumption and Investment Structures - The sales of new energy vehicles have ranked first globally for ten consecutive years, with the domestic penetration rate of passenger cars increasing from less than 0.1% in 2013 to 48.9% in 2024 [3]. - The share of service consumption in per capita consumption expenditure rose from 39.7% in 2013 to 46.1% in 2024, while online retail sales of physical goods accounted for 26.8% of total retail sales by 2024, up from 10.8% in 2015 [3]. Global Market Influence - China has become a major global market, leading in the consumption of essential goods and services, with a significant middle-income population driving demand [3]. Policy Framework for Expanding Domestic Demand - The government has implemented various policies to promote consumption and investment, including the "Strategic Plan for Expanding Domestic Demand (2022-2035)" and the issuance of long-term special bonds to support major national strategies [4][5]. Addressing New Challenges in the 14th Five-Year Plan - The 14th Five-Year Plan period presents new challenges, including the need to enhance domestic consumption and investment efficiency, as well as to address the low service consumption ratio compared to developed countries [9][10]. Major Projects and Infrastructure Development - The government plans to implement significant projects in transportation, energy, and ecological protection to stimulate domestic demand and improve supply capabilities [6][14]. Enhancing Consumer Spending - Strategies to boost consumer spending include optimizing the environment for consumption, reducing restrictions, and increasing the supply of quality goods and services [12]. Investment Expansion Strategies - The focus is on optimizing investment structures, enhancing the effectiveness of investments, and promoting public-private partnerships to stimulate private investment [13]. Unified National Market Development - Efforts are being made to create a unified national market by removing barriers to market access and improving the efficiency of market operations [15].