"Like things happened in Guangdong, the development of new quality productive forces needs concerted effort across various domains, which includes prioritizing innovation in science and technology, fostering the application of these innovations in industries, promoting green development models, and reforming production relations to align with the requirements of modern productivity," Ding from the Chinese Academy of Science and Technology for Development said.

Talent development is also crucial, with a focus on education, innovation, and talent mobility, he added.

"By establishing robust mechanisms for talent management and fostering an environment conducive to innovation, Guangdong's high-quality development is more than a local success story. From intelligent manufacturing in Foshan and Guangzhou to technological breakthroughs in Shenzhen, it's a model of modernization and innovation much anticipated by China," Ding said.

Li Yihui in Guangzhou contributed to this story.