Core Viewpoint - Zhaotong City has transformed from a poverty-stricken area to a vibrant economy by focusing on industrial development, agricultural enhancement, and tourism integration, leading to significant income growth for its residents [2][10]. Agricultural Development - Zhaotong has prioritized agriculture as its primary economic driver, achieving an annual growth rate of approximately 8.5% in rural residents' disposable income, surpassing national and provincial averages [2][3]. - The city has successfully transitioned traditional agricultural products like apples, gastrodia, and potatoes from low-value to high-value markets, with apple production expected to reach 130,000 tons and a total output value exceeding 15 billion yuan in 2024 [3][4]. - The introduction of advanced agricultural techniques has led to significant improvements in yield and efficiency, such as a 30% increase in apple yield and a 70% reduction in water usage [3]. Industrial Growth - Zhaotong has shifted from a reliance on traditional industries to developing green energy and advanced manufacturing sectors, with investments exceeding 85 billion yuan and a 28.4% increase in energy industrial output value since the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan [5][6]. - The city is establishing large-scale industrial clusters in green energy, silicon-aluminum, and phosphate-based materials, with the green silicon-aluminum industry projected to grow from 4.3 billion yuan to 25.1 billion yuan by 2024 [6]. Tourism Integration - Zhaotong is leveraging its natural beauty and cultural heritage to boost tourism, with a focus on summer and winter tourism, leading to over 10 million visitors in 2025 and generating 8.4 billion yuan in tourism revenue [8][9]. - The development of rural tourism has revitalized local economies, with villages seeing the establishment of guesthouses and restaurants, significantly increasing local employment opportunities [9]. Employment and Entrepreneurship - The city has implemented a dual approach to employment, facilitating both outward migration for work and local job creation, resulting in over 2.6 million people finding stable employment [10][11]. - Initiatives such as "work-for-relief" projects have successfully created jobs for nearly 200,000 individuals, with a projected increase in labor remuneration to 1.08 billion yuan by 2025 [11].
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Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-04 20:03