周礼：聚焦县城分类推进城镇化建设

Group 1 - Urbanization is essential for modernization, with China's urbanization rate increasing from 53.1% in 2012 to 67% in 2024, transitioning from rapid growth to stable development [1] - The 14th Five-Year Plan emphasizes advancing urbanization with a focus on county towns, enhancing industrial support and public service levels [1] - Counties account for approximately 90% of China's land area and 52% of the population, contributing nearly 40% to the national economy, highlighting their importance in urban-rural integration [1] Group 2 - The total permanent population in county towns and county-level cities is around 250 million, but urbanization in these areas is lagging behind, with significant disparities in income, infrastructure, and public services [2] - County towns are identified as weak links in the new urbanization strategy, necessitating improvements in their comprehensive carrying capacity and the establishment of equal exchange channels for urban and rural resources [2] Group 3 - County towns face several challenges, including weak carrying capacity, insufficient role in rural development, and inadequate resource allocation capabilities [3] - The disparity in development among county towns is exacerbated by differences in resources, environmental conditions, and industrial foundations, leading to significant spatial imbalances [3] Group 4 - A tailored approach is needed for different regions, focusing on the unique challenges and resource endowments of each county town to advance urbanization effectively [4] - For county towns near large cities, leveraging their proximity to enhance connectivity and service capabilities is crucial [4] - Specialized county towns should combine specialization with generalization, focusing on resource advantages to develop unique economies and industries [4] Group 5 - In agricultural production areas, county towns should enhance their service capabilities to support agricultural supply chains and promote rural revitalization [5] - Emphasis on developing agricultural processing and service industries to absorb rural labor and facilitate orderly resource flow between urban and rural areas [6] Group 6 - County towns in ecologically sensitive areas must support environmental protection and restoration while enhancing livability and public service levels [6] - Strategies for towns experiencing population decline should focus on managing land use and guiding population movement towards economically advantageous regions [6]