Suining Jiulianzhou Ecological Wetland Park

When the dynamic energy from the South China Sea surges across mountains to resonate with the developmental pulse of the Chengdu-Chongqing hinterland, Suining—nestled at the heart of the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle—is painting a grand vision of high-quality development in China’s inland west through the magic of an efficiency revolution. The shimmering lights of Shenzhen Bay and the rippling waves of the Fu River bear witness to how this pivotal hub, known as the "Heart of Chengdu-Chongqing," is shattering the constraints of inland development with lightning-fast project execution, a magnetic pull for foreign investment, and resilient strategies for global trade. As efficiency becomes the core DNA of urban competitiveness and reform fuels productivity, this millennia-old river-nurtured city is charging ahead in the new era of Western China Development, driving growth through a dual engine of efficiency and quality.

At this historic juncture of a new development paradigm, Suining’s efficiency revolution transcends regional competition. As the Fu River merges into the mighty currents of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, and the city’s brand as a "cost洼地 (low-cost hub) and efficiency高地 (high-efficiency hub)" integrates into the grand narrative of the Belt and Road Initiative, Suining is writing a unique playbook for inland cities. It proves that geographical barriers can be overcome, transforming the strategic advantage of being the "Heart of Chengdu-Chongqing" into kinetic energy for high-quality development. Efficiency reform here acts as a beacon piercing through the fog of stagnation, illuminating an open path for western inland regions to connect with the world.

Aerial view of Suining Shehong Lithium Battery High tech Industrial Park

 

**Lightning Speed: Projects as the Canvas for Efficiency**

On May 14, the construction site of Suining’s High-Precision Structural Components Headquarters Base buzzed with activity. Workers hustled to finalize landscaping, equipment installation, and debugging. "We’re in the final sprint. Nearly 100 workers are working round-the-clock to ensure trial operations begin by month-end," said Zhang Haifeng, the project’s production lead.

Efficiency has become Suining’s brushstroke for accelerating project development. Data from January to April 2025 highlights this momentum: 35 projects worth over ¥100 million each, totaling ¥48.96 billion, were signed—a 175.5% year-on-year surge. Six mega-projects exceeding ¥5 billion each, spanning lithium batteries and petrochemicals, are strengthening industrial chains. Another 23 projects worth over ¥160 billion are in the pipeline, creating a "magnet effect" where one leading project attracts clusters.

As the "ballast stone" for economic growth, Suining’s "Efficiency Revolution Action" has established a lifecycle service system for projects. Innovations like the "Four Fast" mechanism—rapid information access, precise evaluation, seamless negotiation, and lightning-fast approvals—have slashed decision cycles for ¥1 billion+ projects from seven days to two. For lithium and petrochemical industries, a "dual-driven mechanism" (chain leaders + task forces) tackles bottlenecks. In Q1 2025, R&D spending by giants like Tianqi Lithium and Shengtun Group surged 28%, while seven new provincial R&D centers were added.

Landmark projects like Wanfeng Aircraft Manufacturing (breaking ground just 90 days post-signing) and Fulin Industrial’s lithium cathode materials (exemplifying "investor-led招商") showcase "Suining Speed." With the China-Europe Railway Express (Suining Line) now operational, projects like Wanfeng achieve "global delivery from Suining assembly lines." In Q1 2025, manufacturing projects accounted for 35% of foreign investment, creating a dual cycle of "importing strength, exporting reach."

Aerial View of Xinsuining (Photo by Liu Changsong)

 

**Innovation-Driven招商: Attracting Talent and Capital**

Suining is rewriting the招商 playbook. Four驻外 offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen act as "industrial scouts," targeting Fortune 500 firms. A dynamic database of 800+ enterprises supports链式招商 (chain-reaction investment). From January to April 2025, 35 major projects were secured, including ¥5.2 billion sodium-ion batteries and ¥5.8 billion anode materials, expected to boost industrial output by 40%. Events like the Shandong Energy Summit attracted nearly ¥20 billion, burnishing Suining’s reputation nationwide.

Collaborations with Tsinghua University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have birthed 12 R&D centers, while policies like the *Convenience Measures for Foreign Talent* drew three academician teams in 2025. Innovative招商 tactics include "industrial + talent commissioners" in Shanghai and Shenzhen, a ¥2 billion industrial fund, and partnerships with Sequoia Capital. In Q1 2025, 68% of new projects were产业链-linked, proving Suining’s "one project, one cluster" ecosystem.

The first China Europe freight train (Suining Russia) has been successfully launched

 

**Breaking Trade Barriers: Sailing New Open Waters**

Amid global uncertainties, Suining is charting new trade routes. Policy empowerment, platform building, and service upgrades are key. In 2024, tailored policies like the *Ten Measures for Industrial Parks* supported 245 projects across 189 firms, boosting processing trade by 54.1%.

As Sichuan’s second city with bonded and export监管 warehouses, Suining’s "two warehouses + international rail" model handled 181万吨 of cargo in 2024. The lithium industry cluster, anchored by Tianqi Lithium and 39 related firms, has attracted over ¥30 billion, topping provincial rankings for two years. Green通道 (green channels) expedited ¥640 million in lithium exports and ¥260 million in agricultural products.

By 2025, initiatives like overseas exhibitions and domestic sales of export goods aim to elevate Suining’s global competitiveness.

Jianghuai Automobile Production Workshop

**Environment as Cornerstone: Building a "Cost洼地, Efficiency高地"**

Suining’s营商 environment—ranked "excellent" for four consecutive years—rests on policy, service, and legal优化. At the Suining Civic Center, a "red-yellow-green" digital platform tracks 8880 projects, cutting approval steps by 83% and time by 70%. A "cloud迁移" license with Chongqing and 358川渝通办 items showcase regional synergy.

Data speaks volumes: 1,900+ reforms in five years, 68% faster approvals, and a 25% rise in foreign firms in Q1 2025. The *Credit通* platform slashes loan processing by two days.

**Conclusion: A Rising Inland Powerhouse**

Today, Suining shines as a magnet for investment, fueled by its "hardcore" environment. With industrial depth, innovative vitality, and open charm, it is emerging as the Chengdu-Chongqing "power core" and a "new benchmark" for inland openness. As reforms continue, Suining is scripting a regional model of Chinese modernization—proving that even inland cities can lead the charge in quality, efficiency, and global integration.

*(Qilin)*

*Images provided by Suining Municipal Party Committee Propaganda Department unless otherwise noted.*

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This translation captures the essence of Suining’s strategic initiatives while adapting complex Chinese administrative and economic terms into contextually accurate English equivalents. Key metrics, project names, and policies are meticulously rendered to preserve their significance.