China and Latin America are turbocharging their science and tech collaboration, building a “multi-tiered partnership” that’s diving into everything from life-saving biomedicine to green energy solutions. At the first-ever China-LAC Science Day in Beijing, tech leaders highlighted breakthroughs and laid out bold plans for the future. 💡
Minister Yin Hejun of China’s Ministry of Science and Technology called the partnership a “win-win,” with both sides expanding cooperation beyond traditional sectors like agriculture and mining. Now, 5G networks, AI-driven digital innovation, and advanced materials are taking center stage. 📶 “We’re creating an inclusive environment for global progress,” Yin said, emphasizing fairness and openness.
To accelerate this vision, two new hubs launched in 2023 and 2024: the China-LAC Technology Transfer Center and the Sustainable Food Innovation Center. These platforms aim to tackle shared challenges like food security and climate resilience while sparking startup growth. 🌱
From coding marathons to joint renewable energy projects, young innovators across both regions are leading the charge. Could this collaboration become the blueprint for global tech teamwork? 🚀
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Minister: China and LAC forge multi-tiered sci-tech partnership
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