Chengdu, the relaxed yet bustling capital of Sichuan province, is known for its vibrant culture, iconic landmarks and delicious cuisine—the result of the city’s centuries-old overland route to the Tibetan highlands. The city’s impressive #18 ranking in our overall Prosperity index is powered by the 12th-highest number of Global 500 Companies in our ranking. Intel, Foxconn and Siemens have major operations in Chengdu, while the establishment of new R&D centers and tech incubators has attracted recent investment from companies like Huawei and Alibaba. The Chengdu Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone is one of the largest of its kind, housing over 3,000 tech companies and contributing significantly to economic growth (Chengdu ranks #47 in our GDP per Capita subcategory). Given all the commerce, it’s no wonder the city is a crucial logistics hub, with the Chengdu Tianfu International Airport ranking #3 for Airport Connectivity and on track to handle more than 60 million passengers annually by 2025. Massive infrastructure investment is everywhere. By 2030, the Tianfu Greenway Project will add an astonishing 10,500 miles of greenways and public spaces. At the same time, the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle, an ambitious regional development plan, is designed to transform the region into one of China’s primary economic growth engines.