China urges breakthrough in 6G and quantum technology; China supports the expansion of key technology firms

China's push for advancements in 6G and quantum technology signals a focus on strengthening its technological capabilities and positioning itself as a global leader.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 3 Feb 2026, 14:10 UTCOn the live feed at 13:50 UTC — 8 more headlines followed before this page went public

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This could elevate competition with the U.S. and impact sectors reliant on technological innovation, potentially influencing market sentiment towards related equities and sparking reactions in tech-heavy indices during both Asian and U.S. trading sessions.

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