According to Zhangjiagang Customs, the city's total import and export value was 247.49 billion yuan ($33.91 billion) in the first 11 months of this year. Exports amounted to 130.95 billion yuan, representing an 11 percent year-on-year increase.
The China Center for Information Industry Development (CCID) recently released the "2024 Top 100 Counties for Investment Competitiveness" list, with Zhangjiagang securing the third spot.
The Jiang Su Province Enterprise Confederation (JSPEC) recently released the 2024 Jiangsu Top 100 Enterprises by Revenue, which included six companies from Zhangjiagang.
This year, Zhangjiagang Port has seen a notable increase in vehicle exports. As of Dec 18, more than 8,000 vehicles had been exported, a 129 percent year-on-year growth.
The newly inaugurated D&J Zhangjiagang International Industrial Park is setting a new standard by offering tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of businesses, facilitating a seamless experience for enterprises moving into the park.
Furuisi Medical Technology, based in Jinfeng town, Zhangjiagang, is accelerating the development of a general anesthesia surgery assistant robot, with deployment expected next year.
In recent years, Zhangjiagang, has been actively supporting youth innovation and entrepreneurship, positioning young people as a driving force behind the city's development.
In November, Zhangjiagang introduced a specialized work plan to promote the development of "artificial intelligence (AI) + manufacturing" across the city, fostering new quality productive forces.