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The report came ahead of the fourth plenum of the Chinese Communist Party this weekend reaffirming its “One China” principle and voting to designate Oct.

The readout of China’s recently concluded fourth plenum signals a continuation of current policy directions, with an emphasis on technology and innovation.

To replace some of these officials, the party promoted 11 alternates to full membership of the Central Committee at this week’s plenum.

China will aim to “significantly improve” its autonomy in technology over the next five years, officials said after the high-level meeting—known as the fourth plenum—wrapped up Thursday.

The fourth such "plenum" to be held during the current Central Committee's 2022-2027 term, this session will focus on proposals for the 15th five-year plan on economic and social development, according to state media.