Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing visited Shanghai on November 9–10, 2026, calling for closer integration of scientific and technological innovation with industrial development, according to The Paper.
Zhang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, visited companies in the instrumentation and medical equipment sectors. He toured laboratories and production workshops and spoke with company leaders, researchers and frontline workers about operations and research.
Zhang called for more basic research and work on advanced manufacturing processes, key materials and components. He also urged stronger support for turning research into practical applications, including intellectual property services, business incubation and technology finance. He said large companies should open up application scenarios and supply chains to smaller firms, and that advanced technologies should help improve traditional industries.
In discussions with local officials and business representatives, Zhang also called for better consumer services, preparation for major projects under the “six networks” initiative, stronger fair-competition reviews and action against excessive competition. He urged officials to address overdue payments to businesses, support employment for key groups and safeguard basic services at the local level.
