Jiading District

A stunning view of Shanghai's Jiading district, featuring its iconic Yuanxiang Lake. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn]

Jiading district is located in the northwestern part of Shanghai, covering an area of 463 square kilometers.

The district includes seven towns (Anting, Malu, Nanxiang, Jiangqiao, Xuhang, Waigang, and Huating) and three sub-districts (Jiadingzhen, Xincheng Rd, and Zhenxin). It also encompasses the Jiading Industrial Zone and Juyuan New Area.

Jiading benefits from its strategic position as a key hub connecting Shanghai to the Yangtze River Delta, bolstered by the development of the Hongqiao International Opening-up Hub and the advancement of Jiading New City.

The district is home to a robust economy, with continuous improvements made in key economic indicators. In 2024, Jiading achieved a total industrial output value of 469.43 billion yuan ($65.46 billion). Foreign trade is thriving, with a total import and export value of 173.89 billion yuan from January to November 2024, marking a 13.8 percent increase from the previous year. Contracted foreign investment surged by 104.9 percent to $1.83 billion.

Jiading is home to Shanghai International Automobile City, fostering a world-class auto industry cluster that integrates manufacturing, education, and services.

Emerging industries are also thriving in Jiading, particularly in strategic sectors like new energy vehicles, the Internet of Things (IoT), and biomedicine. The district offers substantial policy support for businesses, providing financial incentives for the headquarters economy, public listings, and innovation projects, with significant funds available for healthcare equipment, precision medicine, and IoT initiatives.

The district hosts 11 national research institutes and several centers affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Jiading boasts excellent transportation links, being a short drive from both Pudong and Hongqiao International Airports. Major railways and highways traverse Jiading, including the Shanghai-Nanjing Railway and Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Railway, as well as several expressways and metro lines.

Rich in historical and cultural heritage, Jiading hosts festivals like the Confucius Culture Festival and promotes traditional arts such as bamboo carving. It is home to numerous scenic spots, including the Fahua Pagoda and Qiuxia Garden. The Shanghai International Circuit in the district is the venue for international events like the F1 World Championship Chinese Grand Prix.

The Shanghai Poly Grand Theater, a cultural landmark in Jiading district. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn]

The Shanghai International Circuit in Jiading district. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn]