Core Viewpoint - Guangdong is accelerating its high-quality development, aiming to integrate manufacturing and service industries while maintaining its position as a leading economic powerhouse in China [2][18]. Economic Performance - In 2023, Guangdong's GDP surpassed 14 trillion yuan, reaching 14.16 trillion yuan, with projections of 14.58 trillion yuan for 2025, reflecting a growth rate of 3.9% [3][18]. - The province has maintained its position as the top in foreign trade for 40 consecutive years, with total import and export volumes reaching 9.49 trillion yuan in 2025, up from 8.30 trillion yuan in 2023 [4][5]. Innovation and R&D - Guangdong has ranked first in regional innovation capabilities for nine consecutive years, with R&D expenditure reaching 535 billion yuan in 2023 [6][7]. - The "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" innovation cluster has emerged as a global leader, with the province holding the highest number of valid invention patents and PCT international patent applications in China [10]. Business Environment - The number of registered business entities in Guangdong has exceeded 20 million, with 7.6 million large-scale industrial enterprises, the highest in the country [11][14]. - The province has seen over 1.1 million university graduates employed or starting businesses in Guangdong through the "Million Talents Gather in Guangdong" initiative [14]. Income and Urbanization - The urbanization rate in Guangdong reached 76.58% in 2023, with a rural-urban income ratio of 2.36:1 [15]. - The province has expanded its fiscal management reforms to all 57 counties and cities, with 134 towns recognized as national strong towns by 2025 [15]. Future Initiatives - The upcoming high-quality development conference will focus on themes such as industrial integration, policy innovation, and the role of technology in enhancing industry collaboration [17][18]. - Guangdong aims to build a more competitive modern industrial system, leveraging the ongoing global industrial restructuring and technological revolution [18].
岭南聚势，跃马扬鞭 广东GDP连续37年全国居首
Nan Fang Du Shi Bao·2026-02-22 23:07