Core Insights - The research results indicate that the top 100 counties (cities, districts) contribute 20.79% of the national GDP and 8.05% of the general public budget revenue, showcasing their significant economic impact [1] - The comprehensive strength index for small and medium-sized cities is 77.5, reflecting strong development resilience, while the investment potential index stands at 87.1, indicating a continuous enhancement of the industrial "ballast" effect [1] - The green development index for small and medium-sized cities is 70.9, suggesting ongoing ecological benefits being released [1] Economic Development - The comprehensive strength index is divided into five primary indicators: economic development, innovation-driven, ecological environment, urban-rural development, and social harmony [1] - Zhengzhou has three counties (cities) listed in the top 100 comprehensive strength counties, with Xinzheng ranked 35th, Gongyi 49th, and Xingyang 60th [1] Green Development - The green development index includes four primary indicators: resource conservation, green consumption, pollution control, and environmental quality [2] - Zhengzhou's three counties (cities) are ranked in the top 100 green development counties, with Xinzheng at 72nd, Gongyi at 81st, and Xingyang at 83rd [2] Investment Potential - The investment potential index quantifies urban location endowments, factor efficiency, growth momentum, and sustainability, providing a scientific basis for investors and local governments [2] - Zhengzhou has three counties (cities) in the top 100 investment potential counties, with Xingyang at 24th, Gongyi at 29th, and Zhongmou at 64th [2] Technological Innovation - The technological innovation index covers a four-dimensional evaluation system, measuring the maturity of the innovation ecosystem in small and medium-sized cities [3] - Zhengzhou has two counties (cities) in the top 100 technological innovation counties, with Xinzheng at 43rd and Xingyang at 64th [3] Urbanization Quality - The new urbanization quality index includes four primary indicators: urban development, public services, infrastructure, and environmental quality [3] - Zhengzhou has three counties (cities) in the top 100 new urbanization quality counties, with Gongyi at 38th, Xinzheng at 51st, and Xingyang at 70th [3]