Over the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025), the Chinese mainland GDP soared from 110 trillion yuan to a projected 140 trillion yuan in 2025, marking steady expansion with an average annual growth rate of 5.5% between 2021 and 2024.
Milestones Along the Way
- 2021: GDP crosses 110 trillion yuan
- Mid-plan surge: 120 trillion yuan milestone
- Late-plan leap: 130 trillion yuan benchmark
- 2025 forecast: 140 trillion yuan
Shaping the Global Economy
This expansion generated roughly 30% of global growth, positioning the Chinese mainland as a cornerstone of international trade and innovation. It is fueling new hubs in tech, green energy, and e-commerce.
Why It Matters to You
Entrepreneurs and investors are eyeing fresh opportunities in AI, renewable energy, and fintech, while travelers and digital nomads are drawn to emerging urban centers with cutting-edge infrastructure. Sustainability advocates are also tracking how green initiatives will scale.
As we approach the 2025 marker, watch key sectors – advanced manufacturing, cross-border payments, and sustainable supply chains – for the next wave of global impact.
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Graphics: China's breakthroughs in economic growth from 2021 to 2025
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