Economic Overview - Jiangsu's economy shows a positive trend with a total retail sales of 2.4 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5% in the first half of the year [1] - The province's total import and export value reached 2.81 trillion yuan, growing by 5.2% compared to the same period last year, driven by both domestic and foreign demand [1] Domestic Demand and Consumption - The "National Subsidy" policy has stimulated a consumption wave, with retail sales of automobiles, home appliances, 3C digital products, and home furnishings reaching 385.72 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 9.5% [2] - The "Soo Super" event significantly boosted local consumption, with sales in commercial complexes increasing by 48% and foot traffic rising by 43% during the event [2][3] Major Projects and Foreign Investment - Major projects are pivotal for accelerating growth, with 12 foreign investment projects exceeding 100 million USD established in the first half of the year, ranking first in the country [4] - The establishment of Sylvan's modern breeding center in Huai'an, supported by a 57 million USD investment from KKR, highlights the influx of foreign capital into Jiangsu [4][5] Trade and Market Resilience - Jiangsu's strategy of integrating domestic and international markets has strengthened its economic resilience, with a focus on diversifying export markets [6][7] - The province's exports to countries along the Belt and Road reached 1.39 trillion yuan, a growth of 9.5%, with ASEAN trade increasing by 21.8% [7][8] Logistics and Supply Chain Enhancements - Upgrades in logistics channels, such as the "China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan" rail service, have reduced transportation costs by 10% for solar components [8] - The launch of multi-modal transport in Yancheng has decreased logistics costs by 30%, enhancing the competitiveness of cross-border e-commerce [8]