“中国引领全球发展新趋势”（2025年终特别报道）

Core Viewpoint - China's economy has shown remarkable resilience and vitality, achieving significant milestones during the "14th Five-Year Plan" and is poised for further growth in the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, with a projected GDP of approximately 140 trillion yuan by 2025 [15][16]. Economic Growth - China's GDP has consistently crossed important thresholds, with a growth from 114.9 trillion yuan to 134.9 trillion yuan from 2021 to 2024, averaging an annual growth rate of 5.5% [16]. - The country contributed around 30% to global economic growth during this period, reinforcing its position as a key driver of the world economy [16]. Technological Innovation - China has emerged as a global leader in innovation, with over 5 million domestic effective invention patents and leading the world in PCT international patent applications for six consecutive years [17]. - The country is recognized as a "global innovation laboratory," with significant advancements in AI, high-speed rail, and renewable energy technologies [18]. Green Development - Over the past five years, China's forest coverage has increased to over 25%, contributing to a quarter of the world's new greening area, and the proportion of days with good air quality has improved by 3 percentage points [19]. - China has established the world's largest clean power system, with renewable energy generation capacity surpassing that of coal [20]. Global Cooperation - China has become a major trade partner for over 150 countries and regions, actively promoting the "Belt and Road Initiative" and enhancing global economic cooperation [23]. - The country has signed 23 free trade agreements with 30 countries and regions, deepening its integration with the global economy [23]. Social Welfare - China has built the world's largest education, social security, and healthcare systems, achieving significant milestones in urban employment and healthcare accessibility [21][22]. - The digital infrastructure in China has greatly improved the quality of life, with widespread adoption of QR code payments and smart city initiatives [22].