Ministers Elaborate Key Moves to Boost Innovation in 2024

Although the 2024 Two Sessions have wrapped up, the ministers' corridor interviews?about?supporting?sci-tech development remain relevant.

China Unveils Progressive Equipment Renewal Policy

China released an action plan to encourage large-scale equipment renewal and the trade-in of old consumer goods.The plan will implement four key actions: equipment renewal, trade-in programs for old consumer goods, recycle and reuse initiatives, and improving standards.

Keeping 'Museum Fever' Hot for Science Popularization

China has accelerated construction of its science museums and centers in recent years. By tailoring exhibits to local contexts and sharing resources, they are opening doors to science for more people and boosting overall scientific understanding by the population.

China releases full text of government work report

Regulating BCI for Common Good

In recent years, brain and computer interface (BCI) technology, which creates information channels between the brain and external devices, enabling direct information interaction, has become a hot technology.

Key Tasks Unveiled to Uplift Public's Digital Literacy

By the end of this year, the public's digital literacy and skills in China are expected to rise to a new level.

New Rule to Improve UNESCO Global Geoparks in China

China's National Forestry and Grassland Administration (NFGA) has issued a regulation to enhance the conservation and management of the UNESCO Global Geoparks in the country and promote their sustainable development.

Green Development Gains Momentum in Beijing's Sub-city Center

Aiming to achieve carbon peak and carbon neutrality, it should focus on the key sectors of construction, transportation and industries.

New Plan to Develop Top Talent Pool

From 2024 to 2026, China will center on major national strategies, projects and key industrial needs, and mobilize all sectors of society to carry out technological innovation, skill improvement and development of talented personnel.

Anhui Gears Up to Lead in Quantum Tech and Industry Hubs

Hefei city in Anhui province in east China is speeding up the construction of a national quantum information sci-tech park for future industries, aiming to create internationally leading hubs for quantum technology and industry development.

New Measures to Boost Offshore Trade

Entities registered in these areas conducting offshore trade business will benefit from the new policy.

Ethical Guideline for Brain-Computer Interface Released

China's Ministry of Science and Technology has recently released a document to guide the development of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology and prevent ethical risks in the process of BCI research and application.

STB Model Boosts Agricultural Modernization

For the first time, the STB has been written into the No. 1 Central Document. The 2024 version, released in early February, stresses promoting the STB model and encouraging experts from research institutes and universities to serve agriculture and rural areas.

Speeding up Digital Transformation of Raw Materials Industry

The plan was recently released by nine government bodies including the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and the National Development and Reform Commission.

Pudong New Area to Embrace Wider Reform, Opening-up

There are new changes coming to Shanghai's Pudong New Area, as the already vibrant and innovative hub in China's reform and opening-up endeavor gears up to spearhead the country's surge to modernize.

Roadmap Unveiled for Biodiversity Conservation

The plan is a scientific guide to comprehensively improve the level of biodiversity management in China.

Benchmark for Building Beautiful Courtyards Released

China's Standardization Administration recently issued a national standard for building "Beautiful Courtyards" in the countryside, marking a significant milestone in the nation's ongoing efforts to promote rural revitalization and build a "Beautiful China."

China-Africa Economic Cooperation Deepens

Efforts will be made to innovate the Sino-African economic and trade cooperation mechanism.

Boosting 'Silver Economy' can Ameliorate Seniors' Lifestyle

With the increase of its elderly population, China is taking measures to cultivate new drivers for economic growth by developing its "silver economy."

Emergency Response Robot Application High on Agenda

To accelerate the development and practical application of emergency response robots (ERRs) and advance the modernization of the emergency management system, China plans to develop a series of advanced ERRs by 2025.