Li Qiang Urges AI-Driven Industrial Upgrading
Chinese Premier Li Qiang visited Jier Machine-Tool Group in Shandong on February 2, 2026, and urged accelerating smart manufacturing, AI adoption, and green, low-carbon technologies. He called for converting industrial waste heat to clean thermal energy, coordinating clean-energy and nuclear projects, and strengthening regulatory and technical capabilities. Li also solicited input on the draft government work report and the 15th Five-Year Plan.
Key Points
- 1Highlights smart manufacturing and AI adoption across full production lifecycle in Shandong factories
- 2Emphasizes accelerating green low-carbon technologies and converting industrial waste heat to clean energy
- 3Directs governments to align 15th Five-Year Plan projects with local comparative advantages to boost growth
Scoring Rationale
Official national policy statement gives industry-wide strategic direction but lacks detailed technical implementation guidance.
Sources
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