Core Viewpoint - The recent lead poisoning incident at a kindergarten in Tianshui has revealed serious underlying issues in the city, which is struggling with economic and demographic challenges [2][8][11]. Economic Overview - Tianshui's GDP for 2024 is projected to be 952.3 billion, showing a nominal increase of 66.7 billion from 2023, with a growth rate of 7.5% [4]. - The city has seen a decline in its economic ranking, dropping from the second to the fourth position in Gansu province [16]. - The second industry’s share in Tianshui's economy has decreased from 25.4% in 2023 to 21.7% in 2024, indicating industrial stagnation [17]. Demographic Trends - Tianshui's permanent population has decreased by 277,889 from 2010 to 2020, with a further decline of 93,000 expected from 2020 to 2024 [13][15]. - The number of children in kindergartens has dropped from 105,400 in 2020 to 84,800 in 2024, a reduction of nearly 20% [15]. Governance and Urban Development - The kindergarten involved in the lead poisoning incident operated without a valid license, highlighting significant governance failures [8][9]. - The city is tasked with becoming a "sub-center" of Gansu, yet it faces systemic governance issues that undermine its development potential [20]. - Recent urban development strategies emphasize a shift towards people-centered governance and improved urban management [20]. Tourism and Cultural Impact - Despite the challenges, Tianshui has experienced a boost in tourism, with 25.93 million visitors and a revenue of 15.291 billion in the first five months of the year, marking a year-on-year increase of 3.73% and 6.65% respectively [5][8].