Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for accelerated breakthroughs in next-generation technologies during a high-level policy meeting, signaling renewed focus on securing China's position as a global innovation leader. The Communist Party of China Central Committee leader emphasized strategic development of emerging industries while addressing senior officials and industry experts at a January 30 study session.
"We must leverage our institutional advantages to cultivate new productive forces," Xi stated, highlighting artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and green energy systems as priority sectors. The closed-door meeting brought together policymakers and technical specialists to align industrial strategies with China's 2026 economic modernization goals.
Analysts interpret this push as part of broader efforts to stabilize economic growth through technological self-reliance. The directive comes as global competition intensifies in advanced manufacturing and digital infrastructure development across Asia.
While specific policy measures remain undisclosed, state media reports indicate the meeting reviewed progress in semiconductor manufacturing and renewable energy storage solutions. Observers anticipate increased R&D funding allocations when China's annual legislative sessions convene in March.
