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China to speed up self-reliance in science and technology

China vows to boost self-reliance in science and technology while intensifying research to tackle climate change and energy security, says Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang.

Laurie Chen

Reuters

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March 25, 2026

China to speed up self-reliance in science and technology

Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang delivers a speech at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Zhongguancun forum in Beijing, China, March 25, 2026.

Tingshu Wang/Reuters

China will accelerate efforts to achieve self-reliance and strength in science and technology while expanding research to solve issues including climate change and energy security, Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang said on Wednesday.


-Laurie Chen/Reuters

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