冲刺750万人！又一座特大城市，呼之欲出

Core Viewpoint - The recent action plan for Guiyang and Gui'an aims to elevate the population to approximately 7.5 million and increase the urbanization rate to around 83% within five years, positioning Guiyang as a major city in the western region of China [1][2]. Population and Urbanization - Guiyang's current permanent population is 5.987 million, with an urban population of 3.8269 million, indicating a gap of about 1.2 million to reach the status of a major city [9]. - The city has shown impressive population growth, with an annual increase of around 200,000 residents, ranking first in population growth among all cities in China last year [9][10]. Strategic Development - The "Strong Provincial Capital" strategy is being implemented to enhance Guiyang's economic prominence, with a target to increase its economic dominance to 27% over the next five years [16]. - Improvements in transportation infrastructure across Guizhou province are expected to enhance Guiyang's capacity to attract more residents, as the province has achieved significant connectivity with high-speed rail and highways [17]. Economic Growth - Guiyang's GDP is projected to exceed 600 billion yuan by 2025, with a notable growth rate of 12.08% in 2024, indicating strong economic performance [20][21]. - The city is positioned to become a hub for digital economy and eco-tourism, further enhancing its attractiveness for population growth [17]. Comparison with Other Cities - Guiyang is on track to become the fifth major city in the western region, following Chongqing, Chengdu, Xi'an, and Kunming, if it meets its population targets [2]. - Other cities like Nanning are also close to achieving major city status, with a current urban population of 4.56 million [22].