Core Viewpoint - Suining is positioning itself as a "Lithium Battery Capital," focusing on enhancing its lithium battery industry while expanding into sodium and solid-state battery sectors, aiming for high-quality economic development and increased competitiveness in the lithium battery supply chain [9][10]. Industry Overview - Suining's lithium battery industry is experiencing significant growth, with a projected 21.3% increase in added value in 2024, contributing 86.8% to the industrial added value [9]. - The lithium battery sector in Suining accounts for approximately one-third of the city's industrial scale, becoming a key driver for high-quality development [9]. Production and Capacity - Sichuan Fulin New Energy Materials Co., located in Suining, has an annual production capacity of 123,000 tons of lithium iron phosphate, achieving nearly 4 billion yuan in output from January to July, a 19.3% year-on-year increase [8]. - Suining has established itself as the largest production base for lithium iron phosphate in China, with an annual capacity of 460,000 tons, representing 18% of the national output in 2024 [10]. Supply Chain and Ecosystem - Suining has over 50 large-scale enterprises in the lithium battery industry, including top private companies in China, forming a comprehensive industrial cluster [9]. - The city has developed a full lifecycle industrial chain from lithium resource development to battery recycling, enhancing its competitiveness in the lithium battery market [10]. Investment and Projects - Since 2025, Suining has signed seven major projects in solid-state and sodium battery sectors, with total planned investments exceeding 40 billion yuan [10]. - The establishment of the first carbon lithium futures designated delivery warehouse in Southwest China has positioned Suining as a key player in the national lithium salt trading market [10]. Efficiency and Business Environment - Suining is implementing an "efficiency revolution" to improve the business environment, aiming for a significant reduction in project approval times and enhancing service quality for enterprises [10]. - The city has achieved a 70% improvement in service efficiency through integrated policy reforms and streamlined processes for investment projects [10].