Suzhou New District

Suzhou New District was established by the Central People's Government on November 18, 1992. Its establishment aimed to relocate industrial operations from Suzhou's historic center to the outskirts in order to preserve cultural and historical significance while facilitating economic growth. It was one of the first industry parks opened to attract foreign investors from APEC countries. It served as an export base for technology-related services and products in China. The establishment of Suzhou New District helped facilitate Suzhou's successful efforts to obtain UNESCO World Heritage site designation for the Classical Gardens of Suzhou in 1995. Up to the end of 2003, the district has attracted a total of over 800 foreign projects including 40 multinational corporations. Foreign investment has reached over US$6 billion while the actually utilized investment reached US$3.4 billion. The district attracts many different types of industries, including consumer electronics, information technology, precision instruments, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. ==Education==

The is in the district It formerly housed the Suzhou Japanese Saturday School, which had classes held at the Suzhou Foreign Language School () in Suzhou New District. The Japanese School of Suzhou, located within the Suzhou New District. in China, plays a significant role in the education and cultural exchange between Japan and China. It was formerly known as the Suzhou Japanese Saturday School, and its history and association with the Suzhou Foreign Language School (苏州外国语学校) add to its uniqueness and importance within the district. Before relocating to its current location within the Suzhou New District, the school initially operated as the Suzhou Japanese Saturday School. During this period, classes were held at the Suzhou Foreign Language School. ==See also==