Core Insights - The Qingdao Municipal Government has issued the "Qingdao Land Space Overall Plan (2021-2035)", which has been approved by the State Council, indicating the national strategic intent for Qingdao [1][2] - The plan designates ten districts in Qingdao as "national-level" urbanization areas, with Jiaozhou highlighted as a key development hub [1][2][4] Group 1: National-Level Urbanization Areas - The concept of "national-level urbanization areas" is newly introduced in this planning cycle, with Jiaozhou positioned as a significant support for Qingdao's overall development [2][4] - The plan emphasizes the promotion of strategic emerging industries and modern service industries, enhancing urban public services, and improving spatial land use [6][12] Group 2: Jiaozhou's Economic Development - Jiaozhou is forming a "3+2+1" emerging industry tier, focusing on new-generation electronic information manufacturing, new energy, and aerospace industries [7] - In Q1 of this year, Jiaozhou's GDP surpassed 40 billion yuan, supported by a robust industrial manufacturing sector, with a notable 8.7% growth in industrial added value [7] - The modern service industry in Jiaozhou accounted for over 50% of its GDP last year, with significant contributions from venture capital and cross-border e-commerce [7][9] Group 3: International Trade and Cooperation - Jiaozhou is positioned as a core area for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) demonstration zone, which is crucial for enhancing international trade cooperation [11][12] - The SCO demonstration zone is expected to drive significant growth in trade and investment with SCO countries, with projected import-export values reaching 531.62 billion yuan by 2024, a 3.1-fold increase from 2018 [12] Group 4: Support Measures and Future Potential - The Shandong government has introduced 23 support measures to enhance the SCO demonstration zone, focusing on comprehensive reforms and improving the business environment [14] - Jiaozhou is also designated as one of three sub-center cities in the plan, with a focus on enhancing its role as an open gateway and supporting the development of air manufacturing [14][16]