The quality of Chinese filings has also improved, especially in the fields of artificial intelligence, mobile communication, high-speed rail and biopharmaceuticals. These high-value patents serve as a strong driver of economic growth and social well-being, according to the National Intellectual Property Administration.
The provincial government also announced that it would no longer approve new plants in industries plagued by overcapacity, such as steel, electrolytic aluminum, plate glass and shipbuilding.
The proposals, adopted at the Fifth Plenary Session of the 19th CPC Central Committee which closed on Oct 29, also said the central government would support the two cities to buttress its competitive edges and evolve into an international tech hub. Meanwhile, more favorable policies allowing Hong Kong and Macao residents to share in the opportunities available on the mainland will be formulated, one proposal revealed.
The recent introduction of ready-to-eat packaged food featuring Luosi rice noodle — an iconic dish in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, is a vivid reflection of their constant innovations in mixing with creative and trendy ideas generated locally.
The rankings are based on criteria including reputation, quality of teaching, research influence, and international staff and student numbers.
The rains caused a disastrous situation in southwest Balochistan province where scores were left homeless after their houses were swept away by flash floods triggered off by lashing rains. The NDMA said that 15 people were killed, seven others injured and 907 houses damaged in the pouring rains.
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The reform is part of the CPC drive to enhance its leadership and long-term governance.
The rectification plans, covering 56 measures under four categories had been completed and submitted to the central government.
The proposal called on the Ministry of Education and local governments to improve the teenage sex education system, including promoting pilot projects, choosing pilot regions and approving drafts of pilot plans.
The purchasing managers' index for the manufacturing sector stood at 50.2 in December, marking the second consecutive month of expansion, the NBS said.