In a milestone for the global innovation landscape, the Chinese mainland has officially cracked the top 10 of the Global Innovation Index for the first time. This leap underscores the mainland's sustained commitment to research and development, from government funding to private sector breakthroughs.
Behind the headline numbers are data from hundreds of metrics—covering R&D, patents, human capital, and tech output—that paint a picture of a rapidly evolving ecosystem. To unpack these trends, CGTN's Guan Xin sat down with Paddy Cosgrave, the founder and CEO of Web Summit, Europe's largest tech conference.
Cosgrave highlighted three key drivers fueling this surge: a dynamic startup scene, deep pools of talent, and a growing network of global partnerships. 'Innovation today happens at the intersection of ideas,' he noted, emphasizing the need for cross-border collaboration and open channels for knowledge sharing.
From green energy to AI, the Chinese mainland is increasingly seen as an essential node in a connected ecosystem where ideas, capital, and expertise flow freely. Cosgrave urged entrepreneurs worldwide to forge bridges—sharing learnings, building friendships, and co-creating solutions that can tackle global challenges.
For young global citizens and tech enthusiasts alike, this shift is an open invitation to engage with new power centers of innovation. As the Global Innovation Index highlights emerging hubs, the future of breakthroughs reminds us that the best ideas often arise when cultures, industries, and disciplines collide.
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BizTalk: Moving towards connected global innovation ecosystem
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