Greater Bay Area: A New Global Tech Hub

The Greater Bay Area (GBA) of China has emerged as a robust hub of technological innovation, capturing the attention of the global scientific community with its recent advancementsAs we transition from one year to the next, this region showcases a series of remarkable developments and initiatives that underscore its ambition to become an international center of technological excellence.

Among the significant achievements is the launch of China's first domestically designed and constructed deep-sea drilling vessel, the "Dream" ship, which officially joined the fleet in GuangzhouThis colossal vessel is a testament to China's growing expertise in maritime technology and its commitment to exploring and understanding the vast resources of the oceanAdding to this momentum was the successful launch of the "Long March 2D" rocket by the China Academy of Aerospace, which deployed 15 satellites into orbit, exemplifying the region’s prowess in space technology and satellite development.

Furthermore, the inaugural Greater Bay Area Science Forum witnessed a convergence of the best scientific minds from around the world, as esteemed researchers convened to discuss the future of scientific collaboration and innovation in this dynamic region

With over 76,000 national high-tech enterprises, the GBA has solidified its position as one of the most vibrant and promising arenas for technological innovation in the worldThe "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" technology cluster has consistently ranked second in the global innovation index published by the World Intellectual Property Organization for the past five years, highlighting the collaborative spirit and shared vision of innovation among these cities.

Driven by this collective energy, a multitude of burgeoning industries are making waves in the GBA, spanning diverse sectors such as green amorphous alloy materials, recycling of new energy devices, integrated energy systems for offshore islands, and next-generation artificial blood technologiesThe "China Academy of Sciences Technology Outcomes Show" recently showcased over 240 technologies, with key regional players working closely with 52 institutions from the academy to identify nearly 800 demands and sign agreements for 12 major scientific collaborations

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This cooperation reflects a strong intention to enhance technological capabilities while addressing real-world challenges.

As Hu Jian-guo, the President of the China Academy of Sciences, remarked, “The Greater Bay Area has become one of the most important concentrations of innovative power in China." This statement underscores the strategic alignment of national technological goals with the unique needs and resources of the GBABy continuously enhancing and optimizing its technological framework, the region is uniquely positioned to lead in scientific and technological advancements.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is a pivotal player in this evolutionGao Wen, a noted academician at the Chinese Academy of Engineering and the director of the Pengcheng Laboratory, laid out the transformative impact of AI on productivity at the Greater Bay Area Science ForumFor instance, the Pengcheng Cloud Brain II, a supercomputer built entirely with Huawei’s CPUs and NPUs, has reached a remarkable utilization rate of 95%, supporting major Chinese AI models like Baidu's

These developments are not just limited to theoretical applications; they actively empower various industries, including finance, education, and healthcare, with innovative AI-infused solutions.

According to reports, Guangdong Province's AI core industry scaled to a staggering 180 billion yuan in 2023, ranking it amongst the top domestic frontrunnersInitiatives such as the Pengcheng Laboratory and advanced intelligent computing platforms like Qianhai and Nansha are hastening the establishment of a self-sustaining AI ecosystem, fostering a climate ripe for innovation and collaboration.

The GBA's dedication to supporting pioneering research and demonstrable applications of advanced technologies is evident in its recent efforts to cultivate world-class industrial clusters in sectors like life sciences, new materials, and digital technologyWith the establishment of multiple science and innovation platforms in Nansha, burgeoning sectors such as artificial intelligence, integrated circuits, commercial aerospace, and marine economies are thriving

Nansha District has successfully constructed over 370 diverse innovation platforms, including 22 new research institutes and surpassed 1,100 high-tech enterprises, indicating its focused strategy on high-quality technological advancements.

Over the past five years, the collaboration among the cities of Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macau has intensified, focusing on synergizing mechanisms, resource exchanges, and collaborative projects to build an all-encompassing innovation ecosystemThe recent unveiling of a pioneering early cancer screening bus at the Greater Bay Area Science Forum exemplifies this innovationThis mobile clinic integrates advanced diagnostic technologies and clinical expertise, providing a new paradigm for community health screening and preventive medicine.

Prominent figures in the medical field, including Academician Zhong Nanshan, have emphasized the rapid growth of high-end scientific instruments and medical equipment, noting that such innovation requires cross-disciplinary and inter-sectoral cooperation

The cooperative spirit exhibited by the Greater Bay Area is evident in the way it leverages its abundant resources to cultivate an environment conducive to innovation.

As the GBA continues to improve the efficiency with which resources are circulated across its borders, recent achievements include establishing dedicated working groups to enhance scientific cooperation with Hong Kong and MacauVarious policies facilitating talent exchanges have now been fully implemented, allowing for smoother communication and collaboration across the regionFurthermore, the cross-border transfer of research funds has recently exceeded 460 million yuan, providing a financial boost for innovative projects among these territories.

This collaborative momentum is leading to the accelerated establishment of significant technological platforms and laboratoriesWith strategic initiatives being developed in Hengqin, Qianhai, Nansha, and He Tao, the GBA is laying the groundwork for various high-end platforms such as the National Technological Innovation Center and the Quantum Science Center

Joint laboratories have been established to facilitate partnerships with universities and research institutions, strengthening academic exchanges and collaborative research across the GBA.

Initiatives are now pivoting towards deep integration between industry and technology, leveraging Guangdong's comprehensive industrial capabilities to bring research achievements to fruitionOver 130 technology incubation initiatives aimed at the needs of Hong Kong and Macau have emerged, propelling the growth of emerging industries such as AI and low-altitude economy sectors within the GBA.

The commitment to fostering a collaborative environment and nurturing talent has been echoed by experts such as Academician Xue Qikun of Southern University of Science and TechnologyHe advocates utilizing the GBA's unique advantages to drive interdisciplinary research cooperation and talent cultivation, thus providing robust support for the region's technological innovation trajectory.

Emphasizing the importance of global scientific collaboration, the GBA seeks to enhance its role within the global technology ecosystem

The Greater Bay Area Science Forum has become a platform for interactions between local scientists and international experts, allowing for the exploration of pressing global scientific concernsBai Chunli, President of the Forum, articulated a vision for building an international scientific community to jointly tackle worldwide challenges.

Recent years have seen the GBA's commitment to open cooperation accelerate as it builds towards becoming an international technology innovation centerThe ambitious "Human Proteome Project," led by an international consortium with roots in Guangzhou, stands as a beacon for large-scale scientific collaborationThe initiative, which is invested in creating state-of-the-art scientific facilities, is focused on advancing proteomics research and aims to worldwide contributors for a shared understanding of human health.

These global collaborations not only highlight the GBA’s growing influence in scientific research but also underline its role in ecological conservation and sustainable development

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