Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang has emphasized the importance of promoting the spirit of scientists in building China into a sci-tech powerhouse. He urged efforts to gather wisdom and strength to achieve this goal. Ding, who is also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, made these remarks at the main event of China’s 2024 National Science and Technology Week and Beijing Science and Technology Week in Beijing.
During his visit to the Institute of Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ding highlighted the need to uphold scientists’ patriotic, innovative, practical, dedicated, collaborative, and educative spirit. He mentioned that the older generation of scientists achieved remarkable success due to their deep patriotism and commitment to serving the country. Ding stressed the importance of more researchers taking on the mission of achieving high-level sci-tech self-reliance and strength to contribute to the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Ding also recognized the role of young people in driving innovation, stating that they are the future of technological advancement. He encouraged elementary school students to maintain their interest in exploration and use science and technology to empower their dreams. Li Shulei, a member of the Political Bureau and head of the Publicity Department
