CGTN: How Xiongan is evolving into a model for high-quality urban growth

Core Insights - Xiongan New Area is transforming into a modern urban model, driven by the orderly relocation of Beijing's non-capital functions, emphasizing human-centered achievements through significant investments and policy integration [1][6] Investment and Economic Growth - Over the 14th Five-Year Plan period, Xiongan completed cumulative investments exceeding 1 trillion yuan ($145.5 billion) and achieved an average annual GDP growth of 17.1% [6] - The area has developed nearly 215 square kilometers and constructed more than 5,300 buildings [6] Relocation and Integration - The relocation of central enterprises, such as China Huaneng Group, is a core driver, with over 1,000 employees already integrated into daily operations in Xiongan since October 2025 [8] - Targeted policy guarantees ensure that relocated personnel enjoy living and income conditions comparable to those in Beijing, supported by 278 specific integration measures [9] Education and Community Development - The Xiongan campus of Beijing No. 4 High School exemplifies the educational support project, providing high-quality education resources and prioritizing children from relocated families [10][11] - The campus opened in August 2023 and has seen steady enrollment growth, ensuring that relocated households can access familiar educational opportunities [11] Innovation and Technological Development - National policy directs Xiongan to integrate sci-tech and industrial innovation, with the development of the Xiongan New Area Zhongguancun Science Park [12] - Key milestones in 2026 include the release of the Jishu data model and the establishment of trusted data spaces across various sectors, positioning Xiongan as a vital node in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei sci-tech innovation hub [13][14]