As the core component of the new energy system， the new power system serves as a crucial cornerstone for China to achieve the "Dual Carbon" goals. The integration of complex source-grid-load-storage elements introduces significant system complexity. With the increasing penetration of renewable energy in large-scale power systems, traditional balancing frameworks and layered analysis methodologies are becoming increasingly inadequate. Against this backdrop， theoretical advancements and research technologies related to hierarchical-zonal balancing architectures in new power systems are systematically reviewed to provide innovative insights for architectural design exploration. First， the adaptability requirements of hierarchical-zonal architectures in new power systems are analyzed. Focusing on hierarchical control and zonal strategies， the concepts and methodologies of hierarchical-zonal division are systematically categorized， followed by detailed discussions on existing strategies. The integration mechanisms of hierarchical-regionalized frameworks are then elucidated， with critical analysis of current limitations in data and modeling methodologies. Finally， leveraging developments in large language model technology and artificial

intelligence， future opportunities for hierarchical-zonal balancing frameworks are prospected.