China has announced plans to deepen investment in high-tech industries, research and advanced manufacturing as part of efforts to strengthen economic resilience amid global tensions.
At the opening of the annual parliamentary session, Premier Li Qiang said innovation will be central to the country’s development strategy, alongside increased spending on research and defence.
The government set a moderate growth target for the year, citing weak domestic demand, property-sector challenges and local government debt pressures.
Under its long-term plan, Beijing aims to expand the digital economy, advance artificial intelligence, improve industrial self-reliance and gradually boost household consumption.
The new policy direction comes as global trade dynamics remain uncertain, with major economies reassessing supply chains, tariffs and industrial competitiveness.
Economic analysts say the emphasis on technology reflects China’s broader strategy to transition toward high-value production and reduce exposure to external trade disruptions.
They describe the approach as part of a managed restructuring of the economy, balancing growth stability with structural reform.
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