Chongqing Holds Symposium on Strengthening Basic Research

Yuan Jiajun Chaired and Delivered a Speech

On the afternoon of May 19, Chongqing held a symposium on strengthening basic research. Yuan Jiajun, Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, chaired the meeting and delivered a speech. He emphasized the need to thoroughly study and implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important speech at the symposium on strengthening basic research, deepen the implementation of the guiding principles from General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important inspection speech in Chongqing, adhere to the “four orientations,” promote the integrated development of education, science and technology, and talent. Based on Chongqing’s distinctive strengths, efforts should focus on creating landmark achievements in basic research, contributing Chongqing’s strength to achieving high-level technological self-reliance and building a technological powerhouse.

Municipal leaders Liu Shangjin and Ma Zhen, Wang Shuxin, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and Secretary of the Party Committee of Chongqing University, Liu Changsheng, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and President of Chongqing University, academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences Bian Xiuwu and Zhang Zemin, and Pan Fusheng, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, attended the meeting.

At the meeting, representatives from the Municipal Science and Technology Bureau, Chongqing University, Chongqing Jinfeng Laboratory, Chongqing Institute of Information and Smart Medicine, and China Starnet Network Applications Co., Ltd. delivered speeches on strengthening basic research and offered suggestions and opinions.

After carefully listening to the speeches, Yuan Jiajun gave a speech. He pointed out that since the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the Municipal Party Committee has been deeply implementing the central government’s major decisions and deployments on strengthening basic research. It has thoroughly implemented the primary strategy of technological innovation and talent-driven city building, integrated the “416” scientific and technological innovation layout with the “33618” modern manufacturing cluster system, actively established important platforms for source innovation, achieved continuous emergence of cutting-edge results, accelerated the gathering of basic research resource elements, iteratively improved institutional mechanisms, and made positive progress in the city’s basic research. This has injected strong momentum into accelerating the enhancement of the overall efficiency of the city’s innovation system.

Yuan Jiajun emphasized that all levels and departments in the city should thoroughly study and implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important speech, focus on key breakthroughs in the “416” areas, leverage strengths, make precise efforts, aim for commanding heights in frontier fields of basic disciplines, break through core technologies based on industrial needs, and strengthen dynamic deployment of basic research for the future. Efforts should be made to cultivate and strengthen the main body of basic research, reinforce the role of universities as the main force, activate the role of enterprises as a new force, continuously enhance the capacity of innovation platforms, and better achieve complementary advantages and coordinated efforts among various innovation entities. The talent team for basic research should be expanded, with comprehensive efforts in cultivation, introduction, and utilization. Strategic scientific and technological talents should be attracted and nurtured faster, with attention to cultivating young scientific and technological talents, strengthening university talent training, and building a full chain supporting the development of basic research talents. Deepening reforms of the basic research institutional mechanisms should be advanced, coordinating systematic reforms in the basic research field, optimizing project performance management, innovating talent evaluation and service systems, and continuously improving the efficiency of research funding use. A good ecosystem supporting basic research should be fostered, cultivating an innovation culture of dedicated research, continuously improving the policy support system, further deepening open cooperation, diversifying investment mechanisms, enriching the fertile soil for source innovation in basic research, and striving to create a first-class research environment.

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Chongqing

Chongqing is a major city in southwestern China, known for its mountainous terrain, spicy cuisine, and role as a key industrial and transportation hub. Historically, it served as the provisional capital of the Republic of China during the Second Sino-Japanese War (1937–1945) and was a crucial base for Allied operations. Today, it is a bustling municipality with a rich cultural heritage, blending modern skyscrapers with historic sites like the ancient Ciqikou town and the Dazu Rock Carvings.

Chongqing University

Chongqing University, located in southwestern China, is a prestigious national key university founded in 1929. It was established during a period of significant educational reform and has since grown into a comprehensive institution known for its engineering, architecture, and business programs. Today, it continues to play a vital role in higher education and research in China.

Chinese Academy of Engineering

The Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE) is a top national academic institution in China, established in 1994 to advise the government on engineering and technological development. It was founded to promote innovation across various engineering fields, including aerospace, information technology, and civil engineering. The CAE plays a key role in China’s scientific progress by recognizing distinguished engineers and guiding major national projects.

Chinese Academy of Sciences

The Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) is the leading national academic institution and research center in China, founded in 1949 following the establishment of the People’s Republic. It evolved from the earlier Academia Sinica and has played a crucial role in China’s scientific and technological development, overseeing numerous research institutes and pioneering advancements in fields such as space exploration, quantum computing, and biotechnology. Today, CAS operates as both a think tank and a hub for innovation, driving China’s ambitions in science and engineering.

Chongqing Jinfeng Laboratory

Chongqing Jinfeng Laboratory is a cutting-edge research facility located in Chongqing, China, primarily focused on advancing innovation in fields such as intelligent manufacturing, big data, and biomedicine. Established as part of China’s broader push to strengthen scientific and technological development, it serves as a collaborative platform for domestic and international researchers. The lab plays a key role in fostering regional economic growth and technological self-reliance in western China.

Chongqing Institute of Information and Smart Medicine

The Chongqing Institute of Information and Smart Medicine is a research and educational institution in Chongqing, China, focused on integrating information technology with modern medicine. Established in recent years as part of China’s push for innovation in healthcare, it specializes in areas like medical big data, artificial intelligence diagnostics, and smart health systems. The institute aims to advance medical practices through cutting-edge digital solutions, contributing to the broader field of smart medicine.

China Starnet Network Applications Co., Ltd.

China Starnet Network Applications Co., Ltd. is a Chinese technology company primarily involved in network applications and communications. It gained notoriety for its role in operating China’s national Internet filtering system, often referred to as the “Great Firewall,” which monitors and restricts online content. The company has been a key contractor for the Chinese government, helping enforce internet censorship since the early 2000s.

20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China

The 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China was a pivotal political meeting held in Beijing in October 2022, where the Party reviewed its achievements and outlined future development goals. It marked the beginning of a new five-year term for the Party’s leadership, with President Xi Jinping delivering a key report emphasizing modernization, common prosperity, and national rejuvenation. The Congress also revised the Party’s constitution and solidified the leadership’s commitment to advancing socialism with Chinese characteristics.