Shanghai 2025: A Global City Poised for Growth

Shanghai, a global city known for its inclusiveness, excellence, diversity, and modesty, is poised for significant growth in the coming years. During the 13th Five-Year Plan period (2016-2020), Shanghai achieved remarkable progress in its comprehensive strength, further reform and opening-up, and modernization of urban management. By the end of 2020, Shanghai had established itself as an international economic, financial, trade, and shipping center, laying the framework for becoming a globally influential science and technology innovation center.
The 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) outlines a strategic roadmap for Shanghai's continued development, with a focus on strengthening its "Four Functions" - allocating global resources, nurturing sci-tech innovations, supporting high-end industries, and further opening the gateway to the world. This plan emphasizes a "Five Types of Economy" approach, encompassing innovation, service, headquarters, open markets, and efficient resource allocation. The plan also prioritizes digital transformation and enhanced urban capabilities, aiming to make Shanghai a globally influential digital hub.
Shanghai's attractiveness as an investment destination is further bolstered by its strategic location, advanced infrastructure, large and skilled workforce, and supportive government environment. The city is committed to improving its business environment, attracting high-end resources, and fostering a thriving ecosystem for foreign investment.