Which industries developed in Xining after 1949?

Since 1949, Xining has experienced rapid industrial growth, building upon its earlier focus on food and animal by-products to establish a more diverse manufacturing base. Key industries that developed in the city include:1

• Metallurgy and Machine-making: Supported by coal from local mines at Datongxian, the city established iron and steel factories and machinery plants.21
• Chemical Industry: Utilizing salt resources from the Qaidam Basin, the city developed a significant chemical sector.21
• Light Industry: Leveraging the province’s vast grazing lands, Xining expanded operations in wool-spinning, fur processing, and tanning.2
• Electrical Equipment: The city also established firms dedicated to the production of electrical equipment.1

This industrial expansion has been facilitated by the region's power supply, provided by hydroelectric stations at Longyangxia and Lijiaxia on the Huang He, as well as improved transportation infrastructure, including rail connections to the national system.21