Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang Emphasizes Economic Recovery and Development Goals During Provincial Tours

Vice Premier Concludes Provincial Research Trips

Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, concluded a series of research trips to Shandong and Hebei provinces from November 20 to 22, 2025. During these visits, Ding Xuexiang underscored the critical need to consolidate and strengthen the momentum for economic recovery and growth, with a clear objective to achieve the nation's annual socioeconomic targets. These efforts are intended to ensure a sound conclusion of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) and establish a robust foundation for the commencement of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030).

Focus on Industrial Innovation and Business Environment

During his tour, Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang paid particular attention to the integration of scientific and technological innovation with industrial development. In Jinan, the capital of Shandong Province, he visited several key enterprises, including the JIER Machine-Tool Group, Festo Pneumatic Company, and the Inspur Group. These visits aimed to gain insights into advancements in advanced and intelligent manufacturing, new-generation information technology, and the bio-manufacturing industry. He emphasized that developing 'new quality productive forces' necessitates both the upgrading of traditional industries and the cultivation of emerging and future-oriented sectors. Ding also called for strengthening enterprise-led collaboration across industry, academia, research, and application, while accelerating the commercialization of sci-tech research results.

Furthermore, the Vice Premier stressed the importance of fostering a market-oriented, rule-based, and internationally competitive business environment. He urged proactive measures to address the concerns of enterprises and resolve their problems. While inspecting the ongoing Phase II expansion project of the Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport, Ding Xuexiang called for efficient use of government funding to attract broad social capital and promote high-quality development of private investment.

Energy Security and Green Transition in Hebei

In Shijiazhuang, the capital of Hebei Province, Ding Xuexiang's itinerary included visits to the Sinopack Electronic Technology Company and the CSPC Pharmaceutical Group, focusing on next-generation information technology and the bio-manufacturing industry. He also visited the Huadian Shijiazhuang Luhua Thermal Power Company. With northern China entering the winter season, Ding highlighted the critical importance of ensuring a stable and safe heating supply for households. He underscored the need to balance energy provision with ongoing green transition efforts to guarantee a warm winter for all residents. Additionally, Ding Xuexiang inspected the ecological restoration efforts along the Hutuo River, commending the region's environmental governance achievements and encouraging the sharing of successful practices to safeguard China's environment.