发展高科技、实现产业化，首届火炬论坛擘画“融合”蓝图

Core Viewpoint - The first Torch Forum emphasizes the deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation as a key path to achieving high-level technological self-reliance and building a modern industrial system [1][5]. Group 1: Current Development Status - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's Torch Center has made significant progress in promoting technological supply, enterprise cultivation, achievement transformation, and industrial development [2]. - There are over 60 million registered small and medium-sized enterprises in China, with 504,000 high-tech enterprises and more than 140,000 specialized and innovative small and medium-sized enterprises [2]. - National high-tech zones contribute 14.3% to the national GDP and house 33% of high-tech enterprises, 46% of specialized and innovative "little giant" enterprises, and 67% of unicorn companies [2]. Group 2: Strategic Initiatives - The Suzhou High-tech Zone is focusing on building a comprehensive innovation system that emphasizes the efficient transformation of high-quality scientific research achievements [3]. - Key services include validating concepts, overcoming engineering bottlenecks, and ensuring industrial support for mature projects [3]. Group 3: Future Directions - The integration of technological and industrial innovation requires a collaborative approach, leveraging high-tech zones as platforms for innovation alliances [4][5]. - The focus is on developing high-tech zones into leading areas for intelligent innovation and application, enhancing their role in the new economy [5]. - Future efforts will include strengthening key carriers, optimizing development ecosystems, and promoting high-quality development in the technology service industry [6][7].