preface
In the 20s, our impression of the motherland was still stuck in the time when there was a big gap with developed countries. But in 2022, China has become the world's second largest economy, and compared with the previous economic backwardness, China has already established itself in the world with a new face.
So far, the GDP of three provinces in China has exceeded that of many developed countries, and in just a few decades, China's status is like a fish leaping through the dragon gate, and the astonishing speed of development has shocked many developed countries, and at the same time, it has deeply made the Chinese people raise their eyebrows and feel deeply proud. So, what are the three provinces with such strong economic power? Is there a province where you are located?
1. Guangdong Province
The first place in the national economic ranking in 2022 is Guangdong Province. Guangdong's GDP has reached an astonishing high, about 12.91 trillion yuan, equivalent to $1.9 trillion. This data can be regarded as surpassed by Russia and South Korea, and it has rushed into the top ten of the global GDP ranking. Of course, as early as 2020, Guangdong Province's GDP had a faint trend of surpassing South Korea, but it did not attract attention at the beginning, until it just exceeded in 2021, and now it is gradually widening.
In fact, in 2021, the per capita GDP of Guangdong Province has reached 98,000 yuan, equivalent to 14,000 US dollars. Compared with the standard of $8,000 per capita GDP in some developed countries, it seems that the economy of Guangdong Province is enough to qualify as a "developed country". Putting all this aside, it is extremely shocking to say that Guangdong Province has been the first economic leader in the country for 33 consecutive years.
So, what made Guangdong's economy develop so rapidly? Originally, the characteristics of ancient economic development were to place the economic center in the Central Plains, but due to the Qing Dynasty's long-term isolation from the country and the severance of diplomatic relations with foreign countries, Guangdong Province became the only place where it could get in touch with the outside world and exchange and study during this period, which laid a solid foundation for Guangdong Province to leap to the top of the economy in the future.
By 1978, Guangdong Province was like a blessed land, attracting foreigners from all over the world to settle and develop here, and thus gradually established a talent network in Guangdong Province.
Later, because Guangdong Province was located in the Pearl River Delta region, with the rapid development of a series of policies promulgated by the state, the economy began to leap forward and showed vigorous vitality. At the time of economic upswing, Guangdong Province did not give up progress, and immediately introduced many advanced science and technology, frequently involved in high-end numerical control, aviation, satellite and other aspects. The dual guarantee of talent and technology is also an important reason why Guangdong Province has ranked first in the national economy for so many years.
2. Jiangsu Province
Jiangsu Province ranks second in terms of economic strength in the country. In 2022, Jiangsu's GDP reached 12.29 trillion yuan, equivalent to $1.8 trillion. This GDP figure is second only to Guangdong Province, and it can also surpass many developed countries. Jiangsu Province is a very famous city. Most people go to the south to work, and the first choice is Jiangsu.
Jiangsu's manufacturing industry is a major economic giant. In 2021, the total manufacturing output of Jiangsu Province reached 4 trillion yuan, accounting for 35% of Jiangsu's GDP. An important reason for the rapid development of manufacturing industry in Jiangsu Province is that there are also a large number of foreigners in Jiangsu Province, of which the perennial resident population in Jiangsu has reached 85 million.
In addition, Jiangsu is also known as the "bulk province". This name comes from Jiangsu's ethnic, geographical, historical influence, etc., which lead to different development characteristics of Jiangsu cities, but this has not had a negative impact on Jiangsu's overall economy, but because of these characteristics, Jiangsu has brought a different charm.
3. Shandong Province
Shandong's GDP in 2022 exceeded 8 trillion yuan, surpassing some relatively low-ranking developed countries. In fact, since 2009, Shandong Province has gradually lagged behind the first echelon of economic development, and has been overtaken by Jiangsu Province or even the gap is getting bigger and bigger. But despite this, Shandong Province still achieved a rapid economic boom in 2022.
The economic boom of Shandong Province is mainly reflected in the industrial aspect. In this year's accounting, the growth rate of Shandong's industrial added value reached 5.1%, of which 70% of the industrial categories have been growing, mining increased by 27%, high-tech increased by 14%, electronic special materials increased by 86%, and so on.
Of course, not only in industry, but also in terms of investment and exports, Shandong Province increased by 6% and 13% respectively. Therefore, Shandong Province's industrial development, capital introduction and export trade performance can be called very good.
In general, Shandong's economic strength is still very large in terms of growth, and the transformation of economic center of gravity has been relatively successful. It is believed that in the next few years, Shandong Province can continue to catch up with Jiangsu with more confidence and strive to keep up with the first echelon.
epilogue
In the past few decades, China's rapid development has generally raised people's lives to a higher level. Looking back on the past life, the difference between the past and the present is getting bigger and bigger, we can continue to look forward to the future, and China will be better and better in the future! Where is your favorite province?
Today's topic: The GDP of these three provinces in China has exceeded that of many developed countries, is there a province where you are located?