Why Can Guangdong Province Be Located First in China Regarding the Birth Population and Total GDP? - Analysis Based on Social Structure Change

Abstract

Under the guidance of the three-child policy and the 14th Five-Year Plan, China’s demographic and economic situations are changing. This paper takes Guangdong Province, which will rank first in China in terms of newborn population and GDP in 2022, as an example, and analyzes the reasons from the perspective of social structural transformation. The acceleration of urbanization has promoted the renewal of cities and attracted more population inflows. In terms of demographic structure, the increase in the proportion of young people proves that Guangdong Province has rich labor resources. In terms of group structure, the growth of the service sector has caused an increase in employee numbers, and the service industry has made significant contributions to Guangdong Province's economic development. The development of family units will increase the number of families, stimulate domestic demand, and promote economic development. On the other hand, the change in economic structure is conducive to Guangdong's economic development and attracting talent.