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The big thing: The integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta region

chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2020-09-08 16:13

The Yangtze River Delta region - consisting of the metropolis of Shanghai and the provinces of Zhejiang, Jiangsu and Anhui - is one of the most dynamic growth engines in China.

Because of the region's unique geo-economic advantages in urbanization, industrialization, talent cultivation and digital revolution, the Yangtze River Delta region has been able to contribute about a quarter of China's economic output, despite its land area being merely 3.7 percent of the country's total.

In 2019, the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta region was elevated to a national strategy, adding momentum to the region's growth. Watch the video for more details.