Chongqing - On March 5, Premier Li Qiang delivered the government work report at the opening ceremony of the third session of the 14th National People's Congress. The report emphasized that this year marks the final year of the 14th Five-Year Plan, with the GDP growth target set at "around 5 percent" for 2025, the same as last year. 

This year, the government will accelerate the establishment of a new development pattern, steadily promote high-quality development, comprehensively deepen reform and opening-up, build a modern industrial system, and foster the deep integration of technological and industrial innovation.

After the meeting, deputies to the National People's Congress (NPC) from the Chongqing delegation discussed the report. They expressed confidence in the outlined policies and their ability to drive economic growth and transformation.

Xia Yong, a deputy to the National People's Congress and General Manager of China Mobile Group Chongqing Co., Ltd. (Photo/Xia Yong)

Xia Yong, NPC Deputy, highlighted in an interview that Chongqing's industrial strengths and regional advantages align with the Premier's report, which stresses accelerating the development of emerging industries like 6G and the low-altitude economy. 

The report also focuses on harnessing the digital economy’s potential, especially through intelligent connected new energy vehicles, expanding 5G applications, and strengthening the national computing power layout.

Chongqing is advancing the "Xinjiang Computing Power Integration into Chongqing" initiative to reduce computing power costs. With the rise of large models like Deepseek, the city now benefits from enhanced computing power, algorithms, and data capabilities. 

"Therefore, I believe the development of the 'Artificial Intelligence+' initiative in Chongqing also has inherent advantages," said Xia. "And I think the growth potential is significant."

Chen Youkun, a deputy to the National People's Congress and Director of Dacheng Chongqing. (Photo/Chongqing Daily)

Chen Youkun, NPC Deputy, emphasized his focus on the central government's proactive fiscal and loose monetary policies, which will significantly boost employment, consumption, and investment. He also noted strong support for technological innovation, believing China will lead the new technological revolution, driving industrial restructuring.

Ran Hui is a deputy to the National People's Congress and Party Branch Secretary of Tianshanbao Village in Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County. (Photo/Ran Hui)

"In the government work report by Premier Li Qiang, I was very encouraged by the emphasis on the development of agriculture and rural areas, as well as rural revitalization," said Ran Hui, NPC Deputy. She highlighted the ongoing improvements in rural living conditions, infrastructure development, and public service enhancements.