On January 30, Anhui provincial science and technology work conference was held in Hefei.

The conference not only systematically reviewed the outstanding achievements of 2025, the final year of the 14th Five-Year Plan, but also charted the strategic direction for the 15th Five-Year Plan period. It outlined the roadmap for 2026 and sounded the rallying call for a strong start.

Looking back on the 14th Five-Year Plan period, Anhui's scientific and technological innovation has delivered an exceptionally impressive performance. Over the past five years, the province has largely accomplished the major objectives outlined in its science and technology innovation plan, successfully implemented all key strategic tasks, and steadily maintained its position in the top tier of regional innovation capabilities nationwide. Significant strides have been made toward building Anhui into an influential hub for scientific and technological innovation.

Particularly in the pivotal closing year of 2025, the provincial science and technology system adhered to a unified approach across the province to enhance the efficiency of the innovation system. It continued to strengthen strategic scientific and technological capabilities, reinforced the role of innovation as a source of advancement, deepened the integration of science and industry to foster new quality productive forces, and advanced the coordinated development of education, science, and talent to solidify foundational and strategic support. Key indicators such as gross expenditure on research and development (R&D) have advanced competitively, with major achievements emerging one after another. The number of companies listed on the STAR Market, sci-tech SMEs, unicorn enterprises, and high-tech enterprises ranked in the top tier nationally, further expanding Anhui's international influence.

The journey of the 15th Five-Year Plan has now begun. This will be a crucial five-year period for Anhui's scientific and technological innovation, focused on strengthening its foundations, exerting comprehensive efforts, excelling in innovation, and striving to catch up. In the future, Anhui will continue to uphold the banner of innovation, prioritizing science and technology and making strategic moves to advance innovation. It will comprehensively enhance its capacity to generate scientific and technological breakthroughs, lead high-end industries, and attract top-tier talent, ensuring the continuous emergence of new scientific discoveries, technological inventions, emerging industries, and institutional dynamism, thereby fostering new quality productive forces. By 2030, Anhui aims to achieve new breakthroughs in building itself into an influential hub for scientific and technological innovation, becoming a core component of the Shanghai (Yangtze River Delta) International Science and Technology Innovation Center and a key strategic pillar in building China's scientific and technological strength. This will allow the blossoms of innovation to bear even more abundant fruit across Anhui's landscapes.

The strides of Anhui's scientific and technological innovation have never ceased. Moving forward, Anhui will continue to concentrate its efforts on establishing itself as an influential hub for scientific and technological innovation, contributing even more significantly to advancing high-quality development across the province.

Source: anhuinews.com