Re‐examining the reform of China's science and technology system: a historical perspective

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to review the reform of China's science and technology (S&T) system and the linkage between globalization and the requirements of China's S&T system during the past two decades.

Design/methodology/approach

The authorities and responsibilities of the government in macro administration of S&T are discussed.

Findings

It is suggested that strengthening and optimizing the administration mechanism should be the top priority.

Originality/value

This paper usefully looks at future and further reform in the S&T system for China, and by reviewing the history of reforming, analyzes the new problems which will be confronted at first.

Citation

Fang, X. (2010), "Re‐examining the reform of China's science and technology system: a historical perspective", Journal of Science and Technology Policy in China, Vol. 1 No. 1, pp. 7-17. https://doi.org/10.1108/17585521011032513