Core Viewpoint - Hebei province is aiming to become an "economic powerhouse" by surpassing a GDP of 5 trillion yuan, as outlined in the recently released "15th Five-Year Plan" [1][2][3] Economic Growth and Goals - Hebei's GDP is projected to reach 4.75 trillion yuan in 2024, ranking 13th nationally, down from a peak of 6th place due to reliance on heavy industries like steel and coal [2][4] - The province aims for average annual economic growth rates to exceed the national average during the "15th Five-Year" period, with a significant increase in economic strength by 2035 [1][8] Historical Context - Hebei was once a leading economic province, ranking 6th in GDP until 2012, but has since fallen behind due to structural transformation challenges and the "siphoning effect" from Beijing and Tianjin [4][5] Industrial Structure and Challenges - The province's economy has been heavily reliant on high-energy, high-pollution industries, which constituted 50% of its industrial value added [5][18] - Recent environmental policies have forced a reduction in steel production capacity, leading to slower economic growth as new industries have not filled the gap [5][19] Urban Development and Center Cities - The development of urban clusters and metropolitan areas is crucial for Hebei's economic rise, with a focus on enhancing the capabilities of its capital city, Shijiazhuang, and other regional centers like Tangshan [10][12][16] - Shijiazhuang has been designated as a national-level urban cluster, expected to play a significant role in driving economic growth in the central and southern regions of Hebei [16] Industrial Upgrading and Innovation - Hebei is focusing on upgrading its steel industry from raw material production to material-level competitiveness, with significant growth in industrial value added [18][19] - The province is also encouraged to leverage technological innovation to drive industrial transformation and maintain its traditional industries as a foundation for future growth [19] Collaboration with Beijing and Tianjin - Hebei plans to enhance its integration with Beijing and Tianjin, aiming to attract more enterprises and facilitate the transfer of non-capital functions from the capital [19] - The province is set to strengthen collaborative innovation and industrial cooperation, particularly in emerging sectors like new energy and artificial intelligence [19]
不止山东、河南 这个北方省份也想争“经济大省”
Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-12-02 14:31