ASSESSMENTS

China's Outward Push in High-Tech Investment and Innovation

Jun 12, 2015 | 09:15 GMT

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Forecast Bullets

China's rapid expansion into high-tech sectors, both domestically and abroad, will continue to accelerate as the Chinese economy — particularly its technology sector — matures.
Concerns about the true intentions behind Beijing's overseas investment goals will persist.
As increased technological capabilities move China up the value chain both at home and abroad, the country will initially be perceived as an imitator rather than an innovator, but signs are emerging that it will overcome this perception.

As its economy matures, China is becoming more innovative and evolving into a world leader in some high-tech areas. The country's aptitude in a number of tech-related sectors will only increase, and given China's size, incremental changes in its capabilities could have a significant impact on world markets....

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