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Xi Jinping urges innovation overhaul to boost China's global tech standing

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a significant overhaul of the nation's innovation system to enhance its technological competitiveness on the global stage. During a national science assembly, Xi emphasized the critical importance of breakthrough innovation for China's modernization efforts, particularly in the lead-up to the 2026-2030 plan period. He acknowledged existing challenges, including insufficient original innovation, an inefficient talent structure, and institutional bottlenecks, while presenting top scientific honors to two distinguished researchers. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Xinlu Liang ·

    China’s Xi Jinping calls for innovation system overhaul to beat global tech rivals

    President Xi Jinping has called for stronger efforts to draw overseas talent and address flaws in China’s innovation ecosystem, as intensifying tech rivalry pushes Beijing to bolster its global competitiveness. Xi underscored these priorities on Wednesday as he presented China’s …

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