In a significant push towards technological advancement, Chinese Premier Li Qiang emphasized the importance of scientific and technological innovation in frontier and emerging areas. Speaking during his inspection tour of the leading telecom giants—China Telecom, China Unicom, and China Mobile—the premier outlined a vision for high-quality national development driven by cutting-edge research and independent innovation.
Premier Li highlighted the need to cultivate new quality productive forces by accelerating research and development in key sectors. He stressed that achieving original technological breakthroughs is essential to inject new vitality into the industrial transformation and upgrading processes.
One of the focal points of Premier Li's address was the deep integration of the digital economy with the real economy. He underscored the importance of enhancing new-type infrastructure to support this integration, which is crucial for sustaining economic growth and competitiveness on the global stage.
The premier also shed light on the rapid advancements in telecommunications technology, specifically the development of 6G standards. While acknowledging the significant strides made in 5G technology, he called for expediting both the research on 6G and its large-scale application. This dual focus aims to provide robust support for private firms and medium to small-sized enterprises, fostering an environment where innovation can thrive.
Premier Li urged the three top telecom operators to bolster their sense of responsibility and remain committed to innovation-driven development. By doing so, these companies can offer powerful support for the Chinese mainland's emerging and future industries, ensuring that the nation remains at the forefront of technological innovation and industrial excellence.
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Premier Li stresses advancing sci-tech innovation in frontier areas
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