Xuzhou, also known as Pengcheng in ancient times, is a major city in northwestern Jiangsu province, China. The city, with a recorded popu…Xuzhou, also known as Pengcheng in ancient times, is a major city in northwestern Jiangsu province, China. The city, with a recorded population of 9,083,790 at the 2020 census, is a national complex transport hub and an important gateway city in East China. Xuzhou is a central city of Huaihai Economic Zone and Xuzhou metropolitan area. Xuzhou is an important node city of the country's Belt and Road Initiative, and an international new energy base. Xuzhou has won titles such as the National City of Civility and the United Nations Habitat Scroll of Honour award.