The article discusses how strategic planning can be applied to regional development, using the example of the Beibu Gulf Economic Zone in Guangxi, China. The researchers focused on finding a balance between economic growth and environmental protection in the region. By applying urban and rural planning methods to a larger scale, they were able to create a framework for sustainable development. The key goal was to identify the driving forces behind economic growth in the region and ensure that development is in harmony with environmental conservation efforts. The study suggests that strategic planning can be expanded to regional levels, forming a new approach to regional development planning.