Fifteen cities become the new first-tier cities, according to the Ranking of Cities’ Business Attractiveness in China 2023 released by the Rising Lab. Suzhou ranks 5th on the list with a score of 66.98, moving up one place from last year.
Using urban big data from 17 internet companies and data agencies, the research branch of Shanghai media group Yicai, evaluated 337 cities at the prefecture level and above based on five first-level dimensions: concentration of commercial resources, city hub, activity of city residents, diversity of lifestyle and future plasticity.
A batch of landmarks and commercial complexes including the second phase of Suzhou Center, Zhonghai UNI ELITE, and Qinhu Center in Changshu went into operation in succession last year, attracting crowds of people. With the launch of many new projects in the future, the sense of happiness of citizens will continue to increase.
A rendering of Longfor Xujiang Paradise Walk首开龙湖苏州胥江天街. It is expected to open in July this year.
A rendering of Renheng Cangjie Commercial Plaza仁恒仓街商业广场, which is due to open in Q3 this year.
A rendering of Mall Taihu Center太湖中心MALL. The building will go into operation by the end of this year.
A rendering of China Central Place Suzhou苏州华贸中心. The opening is planned for 2024.
A rendering of the third phase of Emerald City Suzhou绿宝广场3期. Construction is expected to conclude in November next year.
A rendering of Suzhou Zhonghuan Plaza which is expected to open in mid-2026.