President Xi Calls for Tech‑Driven Modernization
On July 8, Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke at a big science meeting in Beijing. He urged the nation to use new scientific ideas to push China’s modernization forward. The event brought together top scientists, award winners, and young tech enthusiasts.
What Happened at the Meeting
The gathering combined the National Science and Technology Prize Conference, the yearly meetings of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and the 11th National Congress of the China Association for Science and Technology. President Xi handed out China’s highest science and technology award.
Why Science and Tech Matter
Xi said that China’s modernization must rest on advances in science and technology. He explained that high‑quality growth depends on fresh ideas that turn into new products and jobs.
Recent Wins in Chinese Innovation
Over the past few years China has made big strides:
- Artificial intelligence, quantum tech, life sciences, and new materials have produced original breakthroughs.
- The Chang’e‑6 mission brought back the first ever sample from the far side of the Moon.
- Chinese medicines are now moving from copying to creating world‑first drugs.
- More than 95 % of farmland grows plant varieties bred in China.
- Industries like chips, biomedicine, and smart robots are booming.
- Frontier fields such as hydrogen energy, nuclear fusion, brain‑computer links, and 6G are becoming new growth engines.
Six Key Tasks for the Next Five Years
President Xi outlined six priorities for the 15th Five‑Year Plan (2026‑2030):
- Strengthen the ability to make big, systematic scientific breakthroughs.
- Fuse scientific innovation with industrial innovation so labs and factories work together.
- Train and encourage young scientific talent.
- Upgrade research infrastructure and share resources across the country.
- Boost international cooperation while keeping core technologies secure.
- Create policies that turn lab discoveries into real‑world products faster.
Looking Ahead to 2035
The goal is for China to become a world leader in science and technology by 2035. Achieving that will help build a strong, modern nation and fulfill the dream of national rejuvenation. Xi asked everyone to stay united around the Party’s leadership, keep confidence high, and work step by step toward self‑reliance in science and tech.
Conclusion
President Xi’s speech reminds us that science and technology are the engines driving China’s future. By supporting breakthroughs, linking labs with industry, nurturing young talent, and turning ideas into useful tools, China aims to move from a participant in global innovation to a leader. The path is challenging, but with clear goals and collective effort, the vision of a technologically powerful and modern China can become reality.
