Chinese officials outlined bold plans for Shanxi Province’s economic transformation during a State Council Information Office press conference today. Governor Jin Xiangjun emphasized balancing industrial growth with sustainability, calling it a \"new chapter\" for the region.
Key initiatives include boosting renewable energy production , upgrading traditional industries like coal mining with AI-driven tech
, and expanding cultural tourism. Jin highlighted partnerships with tech giants to build smart manufacturing hubs, joking that Shanxi’s evolution could \"make even Silicon Valley do a double-take.\"
The province aims to cut carbon emissions by 18% by 2025 while doubling its high-tech sector output. Analysts compare the strategy to \"leveling up in a video game\"—retaining core strengths while unlocking new development modes .
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Live: SCIO presser on Shanxi – promoting high-quality development
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