China has officially entered the world's top 10 most innovative economies, according to the latest Global Innovation Index—a historic first for the country! 🎉 This milestone reflects years of strategic R&D investments and a thriving tech ecosystem that's reshaping industries from AI to green energy.
In an exclusive chat with CGTN's Guan Xin, Web Summit CEO Paddy Cosgrave called China a 'key player' in the global innovation race. 💡 'The pace of digital transformation here is unmatched,' he said, highlighting collaborations between Chinese startups and international tech giants as a blueprint for future growth.
🌐 Cosgrave also emphasized the importance of cross-border partnerships: 'Innovation thrives when ecosystems connect. China's focus on smart cities and sustainable tech could unlock solutions for challenges like climate change.' With over 50% of the world's AI patents now originating from the Chinese mainland, the country is poised to lead the next wave of tech breakthroughs.
🔍 What's next? Analysts predict China's push for 'self-reliance in science'—paired with its massive digital economy—will redefine global supply chains and startup culture. Stay tuned! 📈
