Qingpu district reports robust growth in foreign trade and investment in 2025

Qingpu exemplifies the harmony between humanity and nature. [Photo/WeChat ID: iloveqingpu]

Shanghai's Qingpu district witnessed significant growth in foreign trade and cross-border e-commerce in 2025, according to the district's government work report.

From January to November 2025, the district's import and export volume increased by 23.3 percent compared to the previous year, ranking first among all districts in the city. The volume of cross-border e-commerce imports and exports increased by 110 percent year-on-year, ranking second across the city. The district's economic vitality was further demonstrated by its approximately 7 percent year-on-year GDP growth.

Qingpu's position as a global gateway was reinforced by its exemplary performance at the 2025 China International Import Expo (CIIE). The district secured $530 million in intended purchases and attracted over 200 enterprises to set up operations locally.

Last year, a number of major projects by leading enterprises were officially put into operation in the district, with Midea's Global Innovation Park and NetEase's International Cultural and Creative Park opening their doors. Furthermore, 11 enterprises were accredited as regional headquarters for multinational corporations.

The district also advanced in high-end manufacturing, with Pratt & Whitney emerging as Qingpu's first manufacturing enterprise to achieve an output value of over 10 billion yuan ($1.45 billion). High-tech firm Huace Navigation was recognized as the district's first national manufacturing individual champion.

International tourism also surged in the district, with Zhujiajiao Ancient Town recording 7.57 million visitors during the year, including 2.27 million from overseas.