Chinese officials spell out tech self-sufficiency strategy focused on semiconductors, basic research

Chinese officials have outlined aspects of Beijing’s plan to become technologically self-reliant, advancing its science and technology capabilities by focusing on enhancing semiconductor manufacturing, research and development policies and support of basic research.

Chinese Minister of Science and Technology Wang Zhigang last week described the six prongs of Beijing’s new science and technology plan, which is expected to be outlined in greater detail in the coming days as part of China’s next five-year plan, according to Inside U.S. Trade’s...