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Economic Growth and Development - In 2024, Shanghai's GDP surpassed 5 trillion yuan, marking a new stage in its economic and social development [1] - In the first three quarters of this year, Shanghai's GDP exceeded 4 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 5.5%, outpacing the national average [1] - Shanghai has made significant progress in seven key areas: technological innovation, business environment, openness, consumption stimulation, foreign trade stability, investment promotion, and regional collaboration [1] Leading Industries - Shanghai's three leading industries—integrated circuits, biomedicine, and artificial intelligence—have shown remarkable growth, with manufacturing output increasing by 8.5% year-on-year [3] - The biomedicine sector is expected to exceed 1 trillion yuan this year, with nine innovative drugs and nine innovative medical devices approved for market [3] - The artificial intelligence sector grew by 12.8%, while integrated circuits grew by 11.3% [3] Business Environment Improvement - Shanghai has implemented an "8.0 version" action plan with 58 measures to optimize the business environment, continuing its annual tradition since 2018 [5] - The city has introduced a "check code" system for administrative inspections, achieving a near-complete implementation of "no code, no inspection" [5] - The "Shen Dui" platform for precise service policies has been launched, allowing businesses to access benefits without application [5] Foreign Trade and Investment - Shanghai's foreign trade policies have been bolstered by tax support, customs facilitation, and financial guarantees, leading to a 5.4% year-on-year increase in total foreign trade to 3.34 trillion yuan [10] - The city has seen a steady increase in exports, reaching 1.48 trillion yuan in the first three quarters, with a growth rate of 11.3% [10] - Shanghai has become a hub for foreign investment, with 1,066 regional headquarters and 633 foreign R&D centers established [11] Consumption Recovery - Shanghai's social retail sales have turned positive, with a year-on-year growth of 5% in the first eleven months [8] - The city has implemented a series of policies to stimulate consumption, including subsidies for replacing old appliances and expanding the scope of automobile trade-in subsidies [8] - A total of 1 billion yuan has been allocated for consumption vouchers, focusing on sectors like dining, tourism, and culture [9] Technological Innovation and Collaboration - The construction of the Shanghai (Yangtze River Delta) International Technology Innovation Center has been prioritized, enhancing collaboration with neighboring provinces [12] - The release of 23 supporting policies for the G60 Science and Technology Innovation Corridor aims to foster regional cooperation and resource sharing [13] - Shanghai's initiatives include the establishment of innovation parks and the formation of a patent alliance to support emerging industries [13]