Minister, US ambassador discuss science, tech relations

Minister of Science and Technology Wang Zhigang and United States Ambassador to China Robert Nicholas Burns exchanged their opinions on China-US science and technology relations on Nov 10, according to a statement by the ministry released on Monday.

Wang briefed Burns on China's latest developments in science, technology and innovation. Wang said China will accelerate its implementation of its innovation-driven development strategy, facilitate the use of scientific and technological innovations to improve people's lives and well-being, and support efforts to tackle global challenges.