Core Insights - The 27th China Association for Science and Technology Annual Meeting highlighted the development of a new ecosystem for academic publishing, focusing on the construction of an independent evaluation system for scientific journals in China [1][2]. Group 1: Current State of Chinese Scientific Journals - Chinese scientific journals are experiencing robust growth, with increasing influence from national strategies and actionable plans [1]. - Despite the positive trajectory, domestic platforms lag behind international counterparts in operational systems, resource accumulation, and brand recognition, although they possess significant potential [1][2]. Group 2: Excellence Action Plan - The "Excellence Action Plan," initiated in 2019, aims to elevate Chinese scientific journals to world-class status, with a focus on developing a matching evaluation system [2]. - The first phase of the plan, running from 2019 to 2023, supported nearly 300 journals to achieve international recognition, resulting in a sixfold increase in top-tier journals [2]. Group 3: Phase Two of the Excellence Plan - The second phase of the Excellence Action Plan will expand the number of English and Chinese single journals and increase the number of cluster pilot projects [3]. - The concept of clustering involves packaging similar scientific journals to share resources and enhance international influence [3]. Group 4: Research Ecosystem Challenges - The overall quality of the research ecosystem in China is constrained by the foundational level of research, with issues in standardization and rigor affecting the credibility of scientific outputs [6][7]. Group 5: Independent Evaluation System - The construction of an independent evaluation system for scientific journals is progressing, with a high-quality journal grading directory covering 58 disciplines [7]. - The return of journals to domestic platforms has faced challenges, including a significant drop in submissions, which were later mitigated through international promotion and academic conferences [7]. Group 6: Technological Advancements - The integration of AI and open science is seen as a significant opportunity to accelerate the development of Chinese scientific journals, enhancing publication efficiency and impact [8][10]. - Platforms like SciEngine and SciOpen are leading the way in providing comprehensive digital publishing services, which are crucial for improving operational efficiency and reducing costs [10]. Group 7: Academic Integrity and Future Directions - The new academic association platform aims to enhance academic integrity and establish mechanisms to maintain the credibility of academic publishing [9]. - The introduction of AI in publishing is expected to improve efficiency but also raises concerns about algorithmic bias and ethical risks [11].