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Analysis of the Role of Digital Economy in Hebei Province's Economic Transformation
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Abstract
Hebei Province, located in northern China, is a key player in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei coordinated development strategy. Despite steady economic growth, Hebei faces significant challenges in achieving sustainable, high-quality development due to its reliance on traditional heavy industries like steel, chemicals, and building materials. The digital economy offers a transformative opportunity to address these challenges by enhancing industrial transformation, promoting green production practices, and fostering technological innovation. This paper examines the current economic structure of Hebei, the progress of digital economic development, and its integration with traditional industries. It also explores the potential for digital technologies to optimize industrial efficiency, improve resource allocation, and support Hebei's transition from a resource-dependent to an innovation-driven economy. The study identifies the gaps in technological innovation and industrial capabilities and proposes strategic recommendations to strengthen Hebei’s position within the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei coordinated development framework. Future research should focus on regional differences, workforce education, environmental impacts, and policy effects on industrial and digital innovation.
Keywords
Hebei Province, Digital Economy, Industrial Transformation, Technological Innovation, Sustainable Development
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Liu,Z. (2025). Analysis of the Role of Digital Economy in Hebei Province's Economic Transformation. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,163,10-15.
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