In a significant move to enhance the capabilities of its defense sector, Xi Jinping, chairman of the Central Military Commission, has signed an order to promulgate revised regulations governing scientific research related to military equipment.
The comprehensive set of regulations, encompassing 49 articles across eight chapters, is set to take effect on March 1. These new rules establish stringent guidelines for quality control, cost management, acceptance procedures, support measures, and the handling of safety and confidentiality matters associated with military research.
Designed to foster a development model that prioritizes high quality, efficiency, low costs, and sustainable growth, the regulations emphasize original innovation, independent research and development, controllability, and open exchange. This approach aims to integrate seamlessly into the broader vision of enhancing the self-reliance and strength of China's military research capabilities.
Moreover, the regulations call for accelerated efforts to achieve self-reliance in military technology, underscoring an innovation-driven strategy and improved planning for related initiatives. Enhanced supervision and regulation are also key components, with detailed accountability measures to ensure compliance and integrity within the research processes.
These regulatory changes reflect China's ongoing commitment to advancing its military technology and maintaining a strategic edge in global defense dynamics.
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Xi signs order to promulgate revised military equipment research rules
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