The elevation of scientists and tech experts to the upper echelons of Communist Party politics comes as China faces tension with the US over technology. Photo: Xinhua
The elevation of scientists and tech experts to the upper echelons of Communist Party politics comes as China faces tension with the US over technology. Photo: Xinhua
China’s 20th Party Congress
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China’s Communist Party looks to science cadres to help push back at US tech squeeze

  • More scientists added to the top ranks of the party and military command
  • Expertise ranges from rocket science to nuclear power and the environment

William ZhengKawala Xie
William Zheng and Kawala Xie

Updated: 10:41pm, 23 Oct, 2022

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The elevation of scientists and tech experts to the upper echelons of Communist Party politics comes as China faces tension with the US over technology. Photo: Xinhua
The elevation of scientists and tech experts to the upper echelons of Communist Party politics comes as China faces tension with the US over technology. Photo: Xinhua
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