Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday called for accelerated efforts to achieve high-level self-reliance and strength in science and technology, and leverage sci-tech innovation to underpin and drive Chinese modernization.⁣ ⁣ Xi made the remarks at a meeting in Beijing for presenting national science and technology awards of the year 2025. He called on the scientists and experts to continue their contribution to the country and people during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030).⁣ ⁣ #XiJinping #China #innovation #scienceandtechnology