Xinghua in East China's Jiangsu province has delineated its goals for economic and social development in its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), aiming to position itself as a provincial leader in industrial upgrading and a national model for green development by 2030.
A bird's-eye view of Xinghua. [Photo/WeChat account: xinghuafabu]
The plan targets an annual average GDP growth of 5 percent, industrial sales revenue of 200 billion yuan ($29.45 billion), and a 2 percent annual increase in general public budget revenue, all while pursuing high-quality development.
Xinghua plans to strengthen its comprehensive capabilities, with the added value of manufacturing sector reaching 28 percent of GDP, high-tech industries contributing 36 percent of output from enterprises above designated size, and producer services exceeding 50 percent of the service sector.
Additionally, research and development investment is projected to grow 8 percent annually; per capita disposable income growth is expected to be in line with GDP; air quality should improve, with PM 2.5 reduced to 30 micrograms per cubic meter; and good air quality is targeted on 80 percent of days.
To achieve the goals, the city is set to move forward with six priorities: fusing industry and technological innovation, balancing ecology and culture, tapping into Yangtze River Delta integration and opening-up, unifying urbanization and rural vitalization, advancing common prosperity alongside well-rounded human development, and ensuring both high-quality growth and strong security.
Looking forward, Xinghua seeks substantial gains in economic strength, technological innovation, competitive edge, and city profile, as part of its broader effort to achieve full modernization.