Core Insights - Over the past five years, North Bund has completed 46 major construction projects totaling over 3 million square meters and attracted 335 significant investment projects exceeding 300 billion yuan [1] - The next five years will see North Bund transition from a construction phase to a period focused on enhancing core functions, while Hongkou will undergo a critical transformation as its economic scale expands [1][2] - North Bund has established 23 major projects covering 1.55 million square meters, including iconic developments such as the World Reception Hall and the 480-meter new landmark [1][2] Investment and Economic Development - North Bund has focused on industrial clusters, with the shipping and financial sectors contributing over 45% to regional development, housing over 4,700 shipping enterprises and more than 2,100 financial institutions [1][3] - The area has been recognized as one of Shanghai's first equity investment aggregation zones, with asset management exceeding 8 trillion yuan [1] - The launch of the International Legal Service Port aims to create a comprehensive, one-stop legal service hub, enhancing the area's service capabilities [2] Future Development Plans - Future plans include accelerating the construction of a comprehensive transportation system and developing 100,000 square meters of core area, with a focus on creating a multi-functional urban space [3] - North Bund will continue to integrate production, living, and ecological spaces, introducing high-quality educational and healthcare resources, and developing various residential products [4] - The area aims to enhance its global competitiveness by attracting high-level headquarters and international functional institutions, promoting efficient resource allocation and value addition [2][3]