China's R&D Spending Reaches 2.8% of GDP in 2025, Surpassing OECD Average for First Time
QUANTUM COMPUTING
In 2025, China's research and development spending reached 2.8% of GDP, surpassing the OECD average for the first time, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. With a total expenditure of 3.93 trillion yuan ($550 billion), China maintained its position as the world's second-largest R&D spender and achieved significant technological advancements, including over 5 million valid domestic invention patents. The country also experienced notable growth in sectors such as digital manufacturing, new energy vehicles, AI, and green energy, reflecting a shift towards innovation-driven economic growth.
Jan 20, 2026, 7:36 AM
