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Shandong is taking a significant role in supporting the nation's economic upgrade. The region became the first comprehensive pilot zone in China to replace old economic growth drivers with new ones.

According to Shandong's latest regional development plan, closer attention will be paid to five emerging sectors: next generation information technology, high-end equipment manufacturing, new energy and new materials, the ocean economy and healthcare. It will also promote high-end chemicals manufacturing, modern agriculture, culture and creative endeavors, quality tourism and the development of modern financial industries.