Group 1: Importance of Pastoral Development - Pastoral areas hold a strategic position in China's economic and social development, with significant emphasis from the central government on ecological protection and upgrading the livestock industry [1][3] - High-quality development in pastoral regions is crucial for ensuring the effective supply of livestock products, promoting comprehensive economic and social development, and enhancing food security [3][4] Group 2: Economic Highlights and Achievements - The GDP of pastoral regions has shown steady growth, with notable increases in 2024: Xinjiang at 20,534.08 billion yuan (6.1% growth), Tibet at 2,764.94 billion yuan (6.3% growth), and Gansu at 13,002.9 billion yuan (5.8% growth) [6] - Infrastructure improvements have been significant, with Inner Mongolia's infrastructure investment growing by 23.8% in 2024 and Tibet's agricultural fixed asset investment increasing by 21.2% [6] - Livestock production has expanded, with Inner Mongolia's beef output reaching 891,000 tons (14.5% growth) in 2024, and Tibet's livestock population increasing by 389,300 heads [6] Group 3: Policy Measures and Support - A series of policies have been implemented to promote pastoral development, including ecological protection subsidies and support for modern agricultural industry parks [4][5] - Financial support for high-quality livestock development in Inner Mongolia amounts to over 260 million yuan by 2025, while Xinjiang has introduced a transformation plan for grassland livestock from 2023 to 2030 [5] Group 4: Ecological Improvement and Cultural Significance - Grassland ecosystems are vital for the balance of the "grass-livestock-people" system, with improvements in grassland ecology directly impacting livestock health and productivity [8][9] - The restoration of grassland ecology has led to a historical shift from overall degradation to improvement, with an average annual grassland restoration area exceeding 4 million acres since the 14th Five-Year Plan [10][11] Group 5: Technological and Innovative Approaches - The integration of digital technologies, such as AI and satellite monitoring, is transforming traditional pastoral management into a more precise and efficient system [12][18] - Innovative practices in livestock breeding and grassland management are being explored, including the establishment of a breeding system for high-quality forage and livestock [17] Group 6: Cultural Tourism Development - The cultural tourism industry is becoming a key area for economic development in pastoral regions, combining traditional livestock farming with modern tourism and cultural industries [19][20] - The shift from small-scale tourism to comprehensive industry chain development is evident, with initiatives to enhance the experience of visitors and promote local culture [20][22]