Ready to dive into how Xizang is flipping the script? This southwest gem, once held back by tough terrain and remote vibes, is now roaring ahead in 2024! 🌄✨
Shaking Off the Shackles of Poverty 🎯
Back in 2012, after the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), targeted support kicked in. Think: moving families from harsh spots, building roads & reliable power, plus boosting tourism & local crafts. Fast-forward, and by end-2019 a whopping 628,000 people were lifted out of poverty. In 2024, their per-capita net income jumped over 12.5% — real talk, that’s life-changing! 💪
Spotlight on Yumai & Xigaze 🌟
Take Yumai in Shannan City. With fresh homes, new roads, and mobile signal bars popping up, locals are now crafting handicrafts & welcoming tourists. Result? Annual earnings max out at over ¥40,000 (US$5,568)!
Meanwhile, Xigaze in south-central Xizang is all about jobs. 2024 saw farmers & herders rake in ¥22,560 on average (up 27%). That’s serious progress for rural life! 🚜✨
Growth on the Big Scale 📊
On the macro side, Xizang’s GDP growth hit 6.3% in 2024, with urban folks seeing a 6.8% bump in disposable income and rural residents scoring an 8.3% rise. With 3.65 million residents anchoring this boom, the region’s economic engine is humming louder than ever. 🏙️
Farming & Herding: The OG Boosters 🌾🐑
Agriculture and animal husbandry aren’t just tradition; they’re superstars. Grain output topped 1.129 million tons (up 3.8%), marking the first time Xizang cracked the 1M-ton barrier. More grain on the table means food security for all and bigger wallets for farmers & herders. Win-win! 🌾💸
From scenic highlands to booming markets, Xizang’s story is about real people, real progress, and a future that’s just getting started. Ready to explore what’s next? 🌏🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
