Index of regional scientific development is a quantitative instrument for the comprehensive evaluation of economic and social development in various regions of China.

Since reform and opening-up, with the sharp increase of the total volume of agricultural products in China, the long-standing shortage of supply has been relieved.

In 2007, China's real estate sector maintained a rapid growth, with investment in real estate development.

From January through February this year, CPI index increased by 7.1% and 8.7% respectively, year on year, drawing extensive social attention.