Water transportation is a critical factor affecting the economic and social development of nations and regions.As the backbone project of the New Western Land-sea Corridor and a landmark project in accelerating the construction of a transportation powerhouse, Pinglu Canal will restructure the regional transport development landscape.To build the Pinglu Canal with high standard and quality, it is necessary to adhere to the historical perspective, make the advantages of water transportation and unleash the potential of the “sea”;it is necessary to comply with the systemic perspective, utilize scientific methodologies to coordinate resources and achieve intended goals;it is necessary to conform to the practical perspective, and comprehensively apply the new development concept to drive the balanced and coordinated development of the regional economy.