Core Viewpoint - Sichuan is undergoing a significant transformation through the implementation of over 1,600 key projects during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, with a total investment of nearly 8.8 trillion yuan, reshaping its economic geography and enhancing its infrastructure capabilities [4][16]. Infrastructure Development - The completion of the Jinshajiang-Hubei ±800 kV UHVDC project allows clean energy to be transmitted over 1,900 kilometers in just 0.006 seconds, marking a milestone in energy transmission [3]. - The Leshan to Xichang expressway, which opened on December 31, 2025, features a high bridge-tunnel ratio of 82% and incorporates innovative snow-melting technology for high-altitude sections [3]. - Sichuan has built over 3,000 kilometers of new expressways in the past five years, connecting 15 previously isolated counties to national transport networks [7]. Transportation Achievements - The province's railway network has expanded significantly, with over 7,000 kilometers of operational railways, including the newly opened Chengdu-Yibin high-speed railway, which has transported over 29 million passengers in two years [6][8]. - The total length of highways in Sichuan has surpassed 11,000 kilometers, ranking third nationally, while the overall transportation network reaches 443,000 kilometers, the largest in the country [7]. Energy Sector Advancements - Sichuan has become the first province in China to exceed 100 million kilowatts in hydropower installed capacity, equivalent to 4.5 Three Gorges dams, capable of supplying electricity to approximately 500 million people [11]. - The province's clean energy initiatives include the completion of major hydropower projects and the establishment of new energy transmission corridors, enhancing its role in national energy security [11][12]. Economic Impact - The construction of these mega-projects has stimulated the development of Sichuan's equipment manufacturing and construction industries, with local firms expanding their operations internationally [16]. - Sichuan's strategic location and infrastructure improvements are expected to facilitate greater integration into national and international markets, enhancing its economic competitiveness [9][10].