In the context of “dual carbon” goals, natural gas hydrate, as a clean energy source, holds significant importance in improving the energy consumption structure of traditional fossil fuels. This study applies the SWOT(Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis method to establish the commercial exploitation prospects of natural gas hydrate resource in the South China Sea. By establishing a SWOT matrix, it discusses the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats associated with offshore development of this unconventional fossil energy source. The matrix explores the development directions and management strategies under the conditions of strengths-opportunities, weaknesses-opportunities, strengths-threats, and weaknesses-threats to promote the commercial exploitation process. This study recommends to “enhance the specialization of process equipment to promote the commercial exploitation of natural gas hydrate resources”, providing a reference for strategic planning in related sectors.