8月25日，市九届人大常委会召开第二十五次会议，市人大常委会党组书记、主任李健主持会议。 会议听取和审议了市政府关于提请审议《镇江市南朝陵墓石刻保护条例（草案）》的议案，认为 《条例（草案）》具体内容和条款设置立足镇江实际、总体比较成熟，建议进一步修改完善。 会议表决通过了《镇江市城乡网格化社会治理条例》，同意进一步修改完善后报请省人大常委会批 准颁布实施；表决通过了《镇江市五级人大代表统一接待选民办法》。 会议审议了市政府关于2025年上半年国民经济和社会发展计划执行情况的书面报告。就做好下半年 工作，会议要求，紧抓项目招引建设、推动产业转型升级，加快培育新质生产力；全面对接重大战略、 用好用足宏观政策，充分释放内需潜力；扎实推进民生改善、防范化解风险隐患，确保社会大局和谐稳 定。 会议传达了习近平总书记近期重要讲话和中央重要会议精神，要求深刻领会习近平总书记重要讲话 精神，切实把思想和行动统一到党中央决策部署上来，主动服务中心大局，充分发挥立法保障、监督推 动和代表聚力作用，助力完成全年经济社会发展目标任务、实现"十四五"圆满收官。 会议听取和审议了市监委关于全市监察机关整治群众身边不正之风和腐败问题工作 ...

Core Viewpoint - The pressure on county-level finance is not only due to the overall financial volume but also stems from structural pressures that require reform in the fiscal and tax system, particularly in matching financial authority with expenditure responsibilities [1][6]. Summary by Sections Daily Operations of County Finance - The daily routine of a county finance officer involves managing numerous requests for funding from local enterprises and ensuring timely disbursement of funds [2][3][4]. - A significant portion of the officer's work is dedicated to raising funds and repaying debts, with limited resources available for other fiscal responsibilities [4][10]. Financial Responsibilities and Challenges - County-level finance is under increasing pressure due to rising expenditure responsibilities, particularly in areas like social security and public service projects, which often lack corresponding funding from higher levels of government [5][14]. - In 2025, the monthly rigid expenditure for the county is approximately 800 million yuan, while the actual monthly income is only about 100 million yuan, leading to a significant financial gap [14]. Structural Issues in Fiscal Management - The mismatch between financial authority and expenditure responsibilities is a critical issue that needs urgent reform to alleviate the financial strain on local governments [6][17]. - Many local governments face challenges in managing special funds and debts, often resorting to reallocating funds from other projects to meet immediate financial obligations [14][16]. Reform Needs - There is a pressing need for reforms that align local government responsibilities with adequate financial resources, as many debts arise from mandated projects without sufficient funding [17]. - The current fiscal challenges cannot be resolved solely by local governments and require higher-level reforms, particularly in clarifying expenditure responsibilities and improving the financial relationship between central and local governments [17].

每年万亿级地方政府专项债券（下称"专项债"）的稳投资、稳经济效应明显，但审计发现部分地方在债 券资金使用和项目管理上存在一些问题，依然值得重视。 近期，17个省份陆续公开当地2024年度省级（市级）预算执行和其他财政收支的审计工作报告（下 称"审计报告"），其中部分省份审计报告指出了专项债资金使用管理方面的问题。 部分专项债被发现的新问题，主要是专项债券监测系统出现漏洞，使得相关数据不真实不完整，影响风 险监控。部分专项债的老问题则体现在，专项债项目申报时，有的地方报大建小，夸大收益；项目资金 到位后，有的项目因为前期工作不扎实、融资等问题，项目进展慢，乃至停工造成资金闲置。部分项目 进入运营后，项目收益不及预期，甚至没有收益，一些地方偿还利息出现困难，潜藏风险。 目前国务院已经出招逐步解决上述问题。那么，专项债上述新老问题背后深层次原因是什么？如何才能 真正解决上述问题，进一步提高资金使用效益？ 专项债问题扫描 近些年新增专项债发行规模不断攀升，其中今年预计高达4.4万亿元。财政部数据显示，截至今年6月 底，全国地方政府专项债务余额约34.8万亿元，占地方债务余额总额（51.9万亿元）比重约67%。专项 债 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of a scientific fiscal and tax system as a guarantee for optimizing resource allocation, maintaining market unity, promoting social equity, and achieving long-term national stability [1] Group 1: Budget System Reform - The zero-based budgeting reform is a significant aspect of budget system reform, aiming to break the rigid pattern of "base + growth" and optimize fiscal expenditure structure [2] - The government has allocated 300 billion yuan in special bonds to support consumption upgrades, an increase of 150 billion yuan from the previous year, and 200 billion yuan for equipment updates, an increase of 50 billion yuan [2] - The budget reflects national strategies and policies, serving as a crucial support for modernizing the governance system and capabilities [3] Group 2: Tax System Reform - The personal income tax reform has shown positive progress, with 119 million taxpayers benefiting from special deductions, resulting in a 156.5% increase in tax reduction amounts from 116 billion yuan in 2020 to nearly 300 billion yuan this year [4][5] - The green tax system has been continuously improved during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, generating 2.5 trillion yuan in revenue from environmental protection and resource taxes from 2021 to June this year [5][6] - The tax legal system has been enhanced, with 14 out of 18 existing tax types now having dedicated laws, improving the overall tax collection efficiency [6] Group 3: Central-Local Fiscal Relations - The reform plan for the division of fiscal responsibilities and expenditure responsibilities in the field of intellectual property will be implemented on January 1, 2024, covering seven aspects of management and service [7] - The reform of central-local fiscal relations is crucial for modern governance, with ongoing efforts to clarify responsibilities and improve transfer payment systems to promote regional coordination and equalization of public services [8]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of a scientific fiscal and tax system as a guarantee for optimizing resource allocation, maintaining market unity, promoting social equity, and achieving long-term national stability [1] Group 1: Budget System Reform - The zero-based budgeting reform is a significant aspect of the budget system reform, aiming to break the rigid pattern of "base + growth" and optimize fiscal expenditure structure [2] - The government has allocated 300 billion yuan in special bonds to support consumption upgrades, an increase of 150 billion yuan from the previous year, and 200 billion yuan for equipment updates, an increase of 50 billion yuan [2] - The budget reflects national strategies and policies, serving as a crucial support for modernizing the governance system and capabilities [3] Group 2: Tax System Reform - The personal income tax reform has shown positive progress, with 119 million taxpayers benefiting from special deductions, resulting in a 156.5% increase in tax reduction amounts from 116 billion yuan in 2020 to nearly 300 billion yuan this year [4][5] - The green tax system has been continuously improved during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, generating 2.5 trillion yuan in revenue from environmental protection and resource taxes from 2021 to June this year [5][6] - The tax legal system has been enhanced, with 14 out of 18 current tax types having established legal frameworks, facilitating better tax management and compliance [6] Group 3: Central-Local Fiscal Relations - The reform of the division of fiscal responsibilities and expenditure responsibilities between central and local governments in the field of intellectual property will be implemented starting January 1, 2024 [7] - The ongoing reform of central-local fiscal relations aims to enhance the equalization of basic public services and improve the central government's regulatory capacity [8] - The transfer payment system reform is deepening, establishing mechanisms to promote high-quality development and strengthen budget performance constraints [8]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of a scientific fiscal and tax system as a guarantee for optimizing resource allocation, maintaining market unity, promoting social equity, and achieving long-term national stability [1] Group 1: Budget System Reform - The zero-based budgeting reform is a significant aspect of deepening the budget system reform, breaking the traditional "base + growth" budgeting model to optimize fiscal expenditure structure [2] - The government has allocated 300 billion yuan in special bonds to support consumption upgrades, an increase of 150 billion yuan from the previous year, and 200 billion yuan for equipment updates, an increase of 50 billion yuan [2] - The budget reflects national strategies and policies, serving as a crucial support for advancing the modernization of the national governance system [2][3] Group 2: Tax System Reform - The personal income tax reform is a notable achievement in tax system reform, with 119 million individuals benefiting from special deductions in 2024, a 55% increase since 2020, leading to a reduction in tax payments from 116 billion yuan to nearly 300 billion yuan [4][5] - The green tax system has been continuously improved during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, generating 2.5 trillion yuan in tax revenue from environmental protection and resource taxes from 2021 to June this year [5] - The tax legal system has been enhanced, with 14 out of 18 current tax types having established legal frameworks, covering most tax revenues [5] Group 3: Central-Local Fiscal Relationship - The reform plan for the division of fiscal responsibilities in the intellectual property sector will be implemented on January 1, 2024, clarifying responsibilities across seven areas [7] - The reform of transfer payment systems is ongoing, establishing mechanisms to promote high-quality development and enhance budget performance constraints [7] - The reform of the fiscal system below the provincial level has made substantial progress, aiming for a more reasonable allocation of responsibilities and a more balanced distribution of financial resources [7]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent developments in the management of local government hidden debts in China, highlighting the increased accountability measures and the focus on grassroots government actions and project-related hidden debts [1][2][6]. Summary by Sections Hidden Debt Accountability Cases - Since the initiation of the new round of hidden debt resolution work in 2022, the Ministry of Finance has reported 44 typical cases of "hidden debt accountability," indicating a strengthened regulatory approach towards local hidden debts [2][12]. - The accountability cases are primarily concentrated in low-tier cities in central and western regions, with significant occurrences in provinces like Jiangxi, Henan, and Anhui [3][15]. Changes in 2025 Accountability Cases - The 2025 accountability cases show a shift towards focusing on grassroots government behavior and project-related hidden debts, reflecting a "penetrating" regulatory approach [4][17]. - The accountability cases in 2025 emphasize the actions of city, district, and county-level governments, with specific instances of accountability involving local industrial development committees [4][20]. New Directions for Hidden Debt - New hidden debt allocations in 2025 include funds for paying off loans for shantytown renovations and high-standard farmland improvement projects, indicating a trend of local governments resorting to hidden debts for project financing [5][23]. - The accountability measures reveal that local governments are increasingly using hidden debts to cover construction costs and repay existing debts, reflecting financial pressures on local budgets [7][23]. Reform Signals Behind Hidden Debt Accountability - The changes in hidden debt accountability cases signal a heightened emphasis on high-quality construction and strict regulation of new hidden debts, as highlighted in recent central government meetings [6][31]. - The accountability measures also point to the need for reform in the fiscal relationship between central and local governments, as local governments face pressures in maintaining basic financial obligations [7][38]. Fiscal System Reform - The article suggests that fiscal system reform is crucial for preventing hidden debts and addressing the competitive pressures faced by local governments, which have increasingly relied on high-tax industries and central subsidies [7][38].

Group 1: Overview of "Hidden Debt Accountability" - Since the new round of hidden debt resolution began in 2022, the Ministry of Finance has reported 44 cases of "hidden debt accountability" [12] - The accountability cases reveal increased regulatory efforts on local hidden debts, with a focus on project-level issues and deeper engagement at the district and county levels [2] Group 2: Changes in 2025 Accountability Cases - The 2025 accountability cases emphasize grassroots government actions and reflect a "penetrating" regulatory approach, with 12 cases reported in two announcements [23] - New hidden debts in 2025 are primarily linked to project construction, including violations related to government and social capital cooperation projects and high-standard farmland improvement projects [27] Group 3: Regional Distribution and Trends - The 44 accountability cases are distributed across 28 provinces, with a higher frequency in lower-tier cities in central and western regions like Jiangxi, Henan, and Anhui [3] - Notable cities such as Xi'an, Chengdu, and Tianjin have also been reported, indicating a broader scope of accountability [21] Group 4: Financial Implications and Reform Signals - The changes in accountability cases signal a need for reform in local fiscal relations, as local governments face pressure on "three guarantees" and funding shortages for construction projects [5] - The emphasis on high-quality construction and strict monitoring of new hidden debts reflects the government's commitment to preventing financial risks [38]

Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry and Company Involved - The discussion primarily revolves around the **Chinese economy**, focusing on the **electronic industry** and **coal sector** as well as the implications of **supply-side reforms** and **tax reforms** on corporate profitability and market dynamics [1][3][4]. Core Insights and Arguments - The **Third Plenary Session** emphasized the need for a **unified market** and **tax system reforms**, which are expected to enhance corporate profitability in the long term, although the market may underestimate these effects [1][3]. - The **supply-side reform** in China has led to the coal sector exhibiting characteristics akin to public utility benefits, with a potential shift in the tax system from production-based to consumption-based taxation [1][4]. - The **real estate bubble risk** is highlighted due to land finance driving urban construction, while the unified market aims to address local government debt issues [1][7]. - The **tax reform** and separation of production factors may position state-owned enterprises as crucial fiscal supports, potentially leading to more public utility-like coal operations and stabilizing multinational corporate profits [1][9]. - **Texas Instruments** initiated a price increase of **10% to 30%** across **60,000 product models**, marking a significant shift in the electronic industry, which is expected to influence domestic companies positively [10][11]. - The **domestic semiconductor companies** are anticipated to follow suit in price adjustments, benefiting from domestic substitution and tariff countermeasures, particularly in the automotive and industrial sectors [11][12]. Other Important but Possibly Overlooked Content - The **market volatility** following the political bureau meeting indicates a need for investors to discern between short-term thematic trading and long-term performance improvement [13]. - The **current phase** is likened to the **2015-2016 supply-side structural reform**, where policy documents will define future targets for key industries like steel and coal [14]. - Investors are advised to clarify their strategies, whether seeking short-term valuation recovery or long-term performance improvement, and to wait for demand signals or fundamental turning points before participating [15]. - The focus on **upstream resource industries** such as coal, steel, and energy metals is recommended, as these sectors have shown significant price increases since July [16]. This summary encapsulates the essential points from the conference call records, providing insights into the current state and future expectations of the Chinese economy and specific industries.

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article emphasizes the need for a stable economic environment, focusing on employment, enterprises, markets, and expectations, while implementing proactive fiscal and moderate monetary policies [1][2][3] - The Central Political Bureau meeting on July 30 highlighted the importance of maintaining policy continuity and flexibility to promote domestic and international dual circulation, aiming to achieve the annual economic and social development goals [2][3] - The meeting also stressed the need for high-quality urban renewal and the preparation of the "14th Five-Year Plan" [1][2] Group 2 - The meeting with non-Party figures on July 23 gathered opinions on the current economic situation and emphasized the importance of stabilizing employment and enterprises while boosting consumption [3][4] - The U.S.-China economic talks in Stockholm on July 28-29 resulted in an agreement to extend the suspension of certain tariffs for 90 days, highlighting the mutual benefits of stable economic relations [5][6] - The implementation plan for childcare subsidies was announced, providing annual subsidies of 3,600 yuan per child for those under three years old starting January 1, 2025, with financial support from the central government [7][8] Group 3 - The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) is seeking public input on guidelines for government investment funds, focusing on enhancing high-end capacity supply and avoiding investments in structurally problematic industries [9][10] - A multi-department meeting from July 24 to August 1 outlined key tasks for the second half of the year, emphasizing the need to expand domestic demand and improve market regulation [11][12] - The joint implementation plan for promoting agricultural product consumption aims to enhance supply quality and innovate distribution methods to stimulate market demand [12][13]