Hey there! Have you ever heard of a county? It’s like a small town or city that’s part of a bigger country. In the Chinese mainland, these counties are doing some pretty amazing things! 🎉
Imagine a place that’s not a huge city but still makes a lot of cool stuff and helps people live better lives. Some counties in China are becoming superstars by having really big economies! 💰
Meet the Top Counties!
Leading the way are Kunshan, Jiangyin, and Zhangjiagang—all from Jiangsu Province. These counties are like the champions of economic growth! 🏆 In 2023, Kunshan’s economy (called GDP) was over 500 billion yuan. That’s a super big number! 😲
Why Are Counties Important?
Counties help both cities and the countryside grow together. They bring new jobs, better schools, and fun places to visit. 🏫🌳 They’re like bridges connecting big cities with smaller towns.
Growing Fast!
Back in 2013, only 9 counties had economies over 100 billion yuan. But guess what? In 2023, there are now 59 counties that big! 🚀 These counties together make up 9.6 trillion yuan of China’s economy, which is about 7.6% of the whole country’s economy. That’s a huge piece of the pie! 🥧
The Future Looks Bright
Experts from a company called McKinsey predict that by 2030, counties will help more than 66% of China’s people buy things they need and want. That’s a lot of toys, books, and maybe even ice cream! 🍦
So next time you think of big changes, remember that even small places can make a big difference! 🌟
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Graphics: High-quality development of China's county economy
cgtn.com
