国家级都市圈扩容至19个 全域协调体系基本成型

Core Insights - The expansion of national urban agglomerations is crucial for regional coordinated development and economic growth, with significant implications for the optimization of the national economic structure and urban-rural integration [2][5] - By the end of 2025, the total number of national urban agglomerations will reach 19, with new additions including Shijiazhuang, Changchun, and Ningbo, enhancing the spatial layout of urban agglomerations across the country [3][4] Urban Agglomeration Expansion - In early 2025, Shijiazhuang urban agglomeration was approved, focusing on industries such as equipment manufacturing, biomedicine, and modern logistics [3] - The Changchun urban agglomeration received approval in mid-2025, marking a significant step in revitalizing the Northeast industrial base, with a focus on automotive, rail transportation, and modern agriculture [3][5] - By the end of 2025, the Ningbo urban agglomeration will be established, further densifying the layout of urban agglomerations in the eastern coastal region [4][5] Potential for Further Expansion - Experts believe there is still potential for the expansion of national urban agglomerations, particularly in central and western regions, as urbanization progresses and regional coordination needs grow [6][7] - Areas such as Taiyuan, Nanchang, Kunming, and Urumqi are identified as potential candidates for becoming national urban agglomerations due to their economic strength and collaborative development mechanisms [7][8] Challenges and Development Imbalances - The "siphon effect" of core cities in urban agglomerations has led to significant economic disparities between core and peripheral cities, with issues such as resource concentration and population loss in smaller cities [10][11] - Experts suggest that systemic policy designs and frameworks for cross-regional collaboration are essential to address these imbalances and promote equitable development [11][12]