“大地原点”上的历史、产业、生活|故乡里的中国

Economic Development - The GDP of Jinghe New City reached 12.185 billion yuan in 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 7.6%, the highest among the new cities in the Xixian New Area, and 1.9 times the economic total at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan [6] - The area has transitioned from traditional agriculture to a national-level new area development model, with significant infrastructure and economic changes visible [4][6] Industry and Employment - The local bus company, facing financial difficulties, established a new ride-hailing service to provide income for its drivers, indicating a shift in employment strategies due to economic pressures [3][11] - Jinghe New City has developed a "4+2" modern industrial system focusing on four strategic emerging industries: high-end equipment manufacturing, new energy, new materials, and new energy vehicles [7] - The hydrogen energy industry is also being cultivated, creating a full-chain industrial ecosystem from hydrogen production to utilization [8] Financial Challenges - Despite the growth in industrial output, profitability and tax revenue remain under pressure, particularly in the photovoltaic industry, which is experiencing a price decline across the entire supply chain [9] - In 2024, the general public budget revenue for Jinghe New City was 1.835 billion yuan, primarily supported by non-tax revenue, with tax revenue only at 286 million yuan [9] - Budget expenditures decreased by 35.62% in 2024, reflecting tightening financial conditions [10]