Shanghai Hongqiao International Central Business District (CBD), the core area of the Hongqiao International Opening-up Hub, is a center for high-end trade, services and exhibitions.
Covering 151.4 square kilometers across Minhang, Changning, Qingpu, and Jiading, the CBD includes six sub-districts and towns: Xinhong sub-district and Huacao town in Minhang district, Chengjiaqiao sub-district and Xinjing town in Changning district, Xujing town in Qingpu district, and Jiangqiao town in Jiading district. South Hongqiao (Minhang area) covers 47.76 sq km; East Hongqiao (Changning area) covers 19.85 sq km; West Hongqiao (Qingpu area) covers 41.18 sq km; and North Hongqiao (Jiading area) covers 42.59 sq km.
The Hongqiao comprehensive transportation hub is the largest transportation complex in the world at present, as well as Shanghai's largest external transportation gateway. It integrates civil aviation, high-speed railways, intercity railways, long-distance passenger transport, rail transit, public transport, rentals and other transportation modes.
By capitalizing on national supporting policies and its strategic location as a transportation hub, the Hongqiao CBD continuously promotes institutional innovation, extends the spillover effect of the China International Import Expo, and fosters the integration of industry and urban development in order to drive regional economic growth.
Looking ahead to 2035 and aligning with national strategic objectives, the Hongqiao CBD is evolving into a high-level international trade hub with global orientation, a high-quality integrated development engine for the Yangtze River Delta, a high-standard international business district, and a comprehensive platform for pioneering deep reform and innovation.
