推进协调发展

You’ll mostly see this in formal settings. It acts as a verb phrase. You can '推进' (push forward) the '协调发展' (coordinated development) of almost anything. Think of it as a tool for big-picture discussions. Use it when you want to sound professional and visionary. It’s great for business proposals or discussing social issues. You can also use it jokingly with friends to sound overly serious about small things.

Use this in a business meeting when discussing department synergy. It’s perfect for academic essays about economics or urban planning. Use it when talking to a boss about balancing work and life. It sounds very 'official,' so it carries weight. If you’re watching the news in China, you’ll hear this constantly. It’s a staple of modern Chinese socio-political discourse.

Don't use this at a loud bar while shouting to a friend. It’s too stiff for 'Hey, let’s go get noodles.' Avoid it in romantic whispers—unless you’re dating a policy analyst. It’s not for simple, one-step tasks. Don't say it when you're just fixing a broken chair. It implies a complex, multi-faceted process of growth.

This phrase is a 'buzzword' in modern China. It stems from the 'Five Development Concepts' introduced by the government. It reflects a shift from 'growth at all costs' to 'balanced growth.' Historically, China saw huge gaps between coastal cities and inland areas. This phrase represents the dream of closing those gaps. It’s about social harmony and long-term stability.

You might hear 区域协调发展 for regional balance. Or 城乡协调发展 for the balance between cities and countryside. Sometimes people just say 协调发展 as a noun. You can also swap 推进 for 促进 (cùjìn - to promote). Both work, but 推进 feels more active and forceful. It’s like you’re physically pushing the project forward.