Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing emphasized China’s commitment to fostering international scientific and technological partnerships during his keynote address at the 2025 Zhongguancun Forum Annual Conference in Beijing on Thursday. The event, themed “New Quality Productive Forces and Global Technology Cooperation,” brought together policymakers and industry leaders to address shared challenges through innovation.
A Call for Shared Progress
Zhang, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, highlighted the critical role of cross-border collaboration in advancing new industrialization strategies. “By integrating sci-tech breakthroughs with industrial applications, we can unlock unprecedented opportunities for sustainable development,” he stated.
Innovation as a Global Solution
The vice premier underscored China’s progress in implementing innovation-driven policies while advocating for cooperative models to tackle climate change and resource management. “No single nation holds all the answers to today’s complex challenges,” Zhang noted, emphasizing the need for joint research initiatives and knowledge-sharing frameworks.
Platforms for Partnership
The Zhongguancun Forum, often dubbed ‘China’s Silicon Valley,’ serves as a key platform for aligning technological development with global economic trends. Analysts suggest this year’s focus on “new quality productive forces” reflects growing emphasis on smart manufacturing and green energy systems across Asia.
