Core Viewpoint - Tongliao City has made significant progress in ecological restoration and economic development, demonstrating a successful integration of environmental protection and economic growth during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period [1][5]. Ecological Restoration - The city has completed ecological restoration of 21.648 million acres and managed over 20 million acres of desertified land, resulting in a 60% reduction in sandstorm occurrences [1]. - The forest area has steadily increased to 17.205 million acres, with agricultural and pasture yields rising by over 20% [1]. Economic Development - The "Saibei Red" apple cultivation has reached an area of 350,000 acres, generating an annual output value exceeding 600 million yuan, with products exported to countries like Malaysia and Singapore [2]. - The integration of sand control and wealth generation has transformed the local economy, benefiting farmers significantly [2]. Water Resource Management - Historical breakthroughs in water management have been achieved, with the West Liao River flowing for over 40 days after 27 years of drought, supported by 6.097 billion yuan in water conservancy investments [3]. - The implementation of high-standard farmland has led to an increase in crop yields by over 200 jin per acre, with a total of 4 billion cubic meters of agricultural water saved annually [4]. Environmental Quality Improvement - Air quality in Tongliao has improved, with 342 days of good air quality expected in 2024, a 9-day increase from 2020, and a 17.6% reduction in fine particulate matter concentration [4]. - The water quality of national monitoring sections has improved, with the excellent rate rising from 40% to 60% [4]. Sustainable Development - The city has demonstrated a reduction of 23.16% in carbon dioxide emissions per unit of GDP and an 18.5% decrease in energy intensity, showcasing a positive interaction between ecological protection and economic development [4].