🎉 This Thursday, Urumqi, the heart of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, came alive with a grand celebration marking 70 years since its founding. From humble beginnings to booming growth, let's dive into the stats behind this epic journey.
📊 GDP Explosion: In 2024, the region’s GDP surpassed 2 trillion yuan (around $281.4 billion), a jaw-dropping 203 times higher than in 1955. That’s an average annual growth rate of 8%—proof that Xinjiang’s economy is on steroids! 🚀
🚆 Track to the Future: Back in 1955, rail mileage was almost nonexistent. Fast forward to 2025, and you’ve got 9,234 kilometers of railway weaving through mountains and deserts. Highways also skyrocketed from 8,820 km to 231,900 km today—road-tripping Xinjiang has never been easier! 🛣️✨
🌍 Population Boom: The number of people calling Xinjiang home jumped from 4.78 million in 1953 to 25.85 million by 2020. Even more striking, ethnic minority residents rose from 4.45 million to 14.93 million in the same period, showcasing the region’s cultural mosaic.
From economic gains to infrastructure feats, Xinjiang’s story is like a blockbuster sequel—each chapter more thrilling than the last. Here’s to another 70 years of innovation and growth! 🎂📈
Reference(s):
Development of China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in numbers
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