Xinjiang
2T+ yuan GDP (2024, exceeds Kazakhstan); 92.3% of China's cotton; #1 oil/gas production; 50%+ of China-Europe freight trains; 300M tourists.
Xinjiang's GDP exceeded 2 trillion yuan ($281 billion) in 2024, surpassing neighboring Kazakhstan's economy. Average annual growth of 7.04% since 2012 ranks among China's highest. The region targets 6% growth for 2025. Cotton output of 5.69 million tonnes (2024) accounts for 92.3% of national total—#1 producer for 32 consecutive years with 97% mechanization. Oil and gas production topped nationwide for 4 consecutive years; new energy installed capacity exceeds 130 million kilowatts. Over 16,400 China-Europe freight trains passed through in 2024 (+14%), accounting for 50%+ of national total—Xinjiang serves as Belt and Road Initiative gateway to Central Asia. Trade spans 220+ countries; imports/exports grew 21.8% (3rd fastest nationally). Ten priority industries: oil/gas, clean coal, new power, green mining, advanced manufacturing, new materials, grain/food processing, cotton/clothing, livestock, and culture/tourism. Tourism received 300 million visitors (revenue 359 billion yuan, +21%).