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Core Insights - China has found a "golden key" to break through "bottleneck" technologies through a new type of national system under centralized leadership [1] - The concept of "four-chain integration" aims to facilitate the transformation of scientific achievements into industrial applications more efficiently [1] - The 20th National Congress of the Communist Party emphasized accelerating high-level technological self-reliance, which is a systematic elevation of valuable experiences from the 14th Five-Year Plan period [1] Investment and Innovation - A technology company in Bengbu, Anhui, has successfully mass-produced flexible foldable glass, which was previously dominated by foreign companies, showcasing China's technological self-reliance [3] - During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, R&D expenditure increased from 2.44 trillion yuan to 3.61 trillion yuan, maintaining the second position globally, with R&D intensity rising from 2.40% to 2.68%, surpassing the EU average for the first time [4] - By 2024, at least 21 out of 35 critical "bottleneck" technologies are expected to be broken through, supported by 77 major national scientific infrastructure projects [4] Mechanisms for Innovation - The "enterprise innovation points system" has helped a company in Zhejiang, founded by a returnee PhD, to secure funding without collateral, demonstrating a shift from traditional subsidy models to more innovative funding mechanisms [5] - The establishment of over 1,500 government-guided funds has mobilized more than 3 trillion yuan in social capital investments, indicating a robust investment ecosystem [5] Industry and Talent Integration - The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area exemplifies effective integration of industry and innovation chains, with leading enterprises collaborating with universities and research institutions [6] - The national technology contract transaction volume reached 6.8 trillion yuan in 2024, 1.8 times that of 2020, reflecting accelerated integration of innovation and industry [6] - The implementation of "dual-employment" mechanisms allows for talent mobility between academia and industry, fostering knowledge exchange and innovation [6] Future Outlook - The focus for the 15th Five-Year Plan will be on enhancing the new type of national system and deepening the integration of innovation, industry, finance, and talent [6] - Strengthening basic research and original innovation is essential for establishing a foundation for technological self-reliance [6]