Economic Performance - By the end of 2024, the GDP of Huangpu District is projected to reach 334.4 billion yuan, with an average comparable growth rate of approximately 4.5% during the first four years of the 14th Five-Year Plan [1] - The regional economic density is expected to reach 163 billion yuan per square kilometer, maintaining the top position in the city and ranking among the best in the country [1] - The district's general public budget revenue is anticipated to reach 29.9 billion yuan, with an average annual growth rate exceeding 6% [1] Urban Renewal Projects - The "Bund Central" project has achieved an overall occupancy and opening rate of over 70%, attracting an average of over 470,000 visitors per month [2] - Huangpu has completed the renovation of over 37,000 households during the 14th Five-Year Plan, marking the successful conclusion of a large-scale urban renewal initiative [3] - The "Bund Old City Hall" project has hosted 11 significant cultural and commercial events in the first half of 2025, despite not being fully opened [2][3] Consumer Economy - Huangpu is focusing on various consumer segments, including youth, seniors, and inbound tourism, to stimulate economic growth [4] - The district has seen a 56% year-on-year increase in foreign visitors staying in hotels, with over 940,000 visitors in the first half of the year [4] - The scale of tax refunds for outbound tourists has increased significantly, with over 30,000 applications processed, representing a nearly 300% year-on-year growth [4] Social Services and Community Development - Huangpu has established a community-based elderly care service center that offers a variety of services, including health stations and community dining [5] - The district has implemented a "Five-Sided Elderly Care" service brand, focusing on comprehensive support for the elderly population, which constitutes 44.8% of the local demographic [6][7] - Huangpu has been recognized as one of the "most livable cities in China" for two consecutive years, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for residents [7]

Group 1 - The forum titled "Innovative Cooperation between Shanghai and Singapore: New Future for Silver Economy" was held by the DBS Foundation in Singapore, focusing on cross-border collaboration and innovative solutions for aging issues [1][2] - Participants included government representatives from Singapore and Shanghai, as well as business leaders and academic experts from the aging sector, discussing experiences in elderly care, healthcare, and age-friendly industries [1][2] - The forum highlighted opportunities and innovative practices in real estate, finance, and consumption models related to aging society, and initiated discussions on future bilateral enterprise cooperation [1][2] Group 2 - The Consul-General of Singapore in Shanghai emphasized the shared challenges of rapid aging faced by both Singapore and many Chinese cities, indicating significant potential for cooperation in the aging sector [2] - DBS Bank's China CEO stated that aging should be viewed as an opportunity to reconstruct the silver economy value chain, promoting sustainable growth and social value through cross-sector resource linkage [2] - The forum featured insights from various aging-related enterprises supported by the DBS Foundation, including award-winning companies from Singapore and China, showcasing innovative solutions for the aging society [2][4] Group 3 - The DBS Foundation announced the first "Excellence Impact Award" winners, with four companies from mainland China, Hong Kong, Singapore, and India receiving a total of 3 million SGD (approximately 16.82 million RMB) to implement innovative solutions for the aging society [4]