The American-style factory was being established in the development zone, and the new county magistrate, Bai Bing, was primarily responsible for its implementation. As the County Party Secretary, Qi Tongwei had already delegated the operational details, focusing his own energy on development strategy and long-term planning.
His goals were wide-reaching, covering initiatives like the ten-thousand-acre greenhouse project, the Dongshan Highway, and improvements to healthcare and education. Qi Tongwei’s next objective was clear: he aimed to develop Dongshan County into the leader among the nine counties of Jingzhou, using this achievement as a stepping stone to join the Municipal Party Committee as a Standing Committee member.
To achieve this, GDP was the absolute priority. One could talk about development all day, but how does one demonstrate it? How would the provincial and municipal leaders see it? It all came down to the total output value of the county. It meant looking at individual consumption, government spending, total fixed capital formation, inventory increases, and net exports.
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