Group 1: China's Technological Advancements - China has made significant strides in technology innovation during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, becoming a major global technology power [1] - The country ranks 11th in the 2024 Global Innovation Index, marking the fastest rise in innovation capability among major economies in the past decade [2] - China leads the world with 26 global top 100 technology innovation clusters, an increase from 24 the previous year [2] Group 2: Research and Development Investment - In 2024, China's R&D expenditure reached 3.61 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.3%, with an R&D intensity of 2.68% [3] - The number of invention patents granted in 2024 was 1.045 million, a 13.5% increase, marking a historic milestone of surpassing one million [3] - The total effective invention patents in China reached 4.682 million by the end of 2024, reflecting a growth of 1.12 times since the end of 2020 [3] Group 3: 5G Technology Leadership - China holds over 42% of the global essential patents for 5G technology, showcasing its leadership in this field [4] - By the end of 2024, China had built 4.251 million 5G base stations, accounting for 33.6% of all mobile phone base stations [4] - The country is also advancing towards 6G technology, with over 50 research outcomes published under the IMT-2030 (6G) initiative [4] Group 4: Manufacturing and Smart Manufacturing - China's manufacturing sector remains the largest globally, with an industrial added value of 40.5 trillion yuan in 2024 [6] - The number of national-level manufacturing clusters reached 80 in 2024, achieving full coverage of key industrial chains [6] - China leads the world with 78 "lighthouse factories," which exemplify the highest level of smart manufacturing [6][7] Group 5: Artificial Intelligence Development - China accounted for 61.5% of the 45,000 newly disclosed generative AI patents globally in 2024 [8] - The country is implementing an "AI+" strategy, investing in computing infrastructure to meet growing demands [8] - The AI industry in China is projected to grow from 398.5 billion yuan in 2025 to 1.7295 trillion yuan by 2035, with a compound annual growth rate of 15.6% [8] Group 6: Overall Impact on Global Technology - China's technological achievements in various fields contribute significantly to high-quality economic development and enhance national competitiveness [9] - The country aims to continue its innovation-driven development strategy, striving for higher goals and creating more achievements in technology [9]