A conference was held on the economic status in the first half of year. According to the statistics, the economy holds a trend of stability and growth. From January to June, GDP reached 115.56 billion yuan, up 9.3%; the added value of industries reached 62.7 billion yuan, up 11.7%; investment in fixed assets was 42.59 billion yuan, up 11.4%; the revenue reached 10 billion yuan, up 14.4%; Total retail sales of social consumer goods was 39.82 billion yuan, up 9%; total exports reached 12.05 billion yuan, up 2%. Party Secretary Xue Xiaofeng and Mayor Chen Maohui requested all governmental departments to maintain growth, promote upgrading and secure social stability.