With a GDP of 77.807 billion yuan (RMB) and a growth rate of 6.1%... In the first quarter of 2026, Xizang Autonomous Region delivered an impressive economic report card. Xizang ranked first nationwide in the growth rates of eight indicators: regional GDP, fixed-asset investment, value added of industries above designated size, per capita disposable income of all residents, per capita disposable income of urban residents, per capita disposable income of rural residents, general public budget revenue, and tax revenue. The plateau economy is charging forward with robust momentum along the path of high-quality development. 

Photo: Xizang Daily

Translator: Zheng Yujie, Zhi Xinghua

Reviewer:  Pan Lu, Drakpa Wangchen