Development History
As one of the first batch of coastal open cities in China, Nantong is the heavyweight in emerging industry in Yangtze River Delta region. It was also the birthplace of China's modern industry.
Zhang Jian (1853-1926), an entrepreneur, educator and politician born in Nantong, made great contributions to the city's flourishing by developing industry, establishing schools and building infrastructure. Now, the city has become the central city in north wing of Yangtze River Delta region, featuring ports, industry, commerce and tourism.
