šŸ“ˆ Xizang's Remarkable 60-Year Transformation & Modernisation Progress

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Xizang Autonomous Region celebrates 60 years of establishment, showcasing significant advancements towards Chinese modernisation, driven by central government support. • Economic Growth: Economic aggregate in 2024 reached 155 times that of 1965, with an impressive average annual growth rate of 8.9%. Key indicators like fixed asset investment and industrial added value rank high nationally. • Structural Optimisation: The economic structure is diversifying, with 2024 projections: primary industry at 9%, secondary at 36.7%, and tertiary at 54.3%. This indicates reduced reliance on natural resources. • Investment & Openness: Private investment surged by 52.9% in 2024. Xizang is enhancing border trade facilities and international cooperation, fostering high-level openness. • People-Centred Development: • Eradicated absolute poverty in 2019, achieving a moderately prosperous society. • Per capita disposable income of rural residents reached 21,578 yuan (US$ 3026.43) in 2024, nearly 200 times that of 1965, growing faster than urban income. • Cultural & Ecological Progress: • Cultural industry output value hit 10.9 billion yuan in 2024, a 22% YoY increase. • Maintains over 99% excellent air quality days and excellent water quality in major rivers/lakes, demonstrating successful ecological protection efforts.

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