Xi Jinping reaffirms vision for China's tech future amid economic uncertainty
• Xi Jinping's supreme leadership over China's political system remains firmly in place as the country stays the course in becoming a high-tech powerhouse
• There is an increasing focus on boosting China's self-reliance and strength in science and technology, including through policies and budget boosts
• China aims to transform its economic model to focus more on technology innovation and advanced manufacturing sectors
• The Chinese economy faces challenges, but leaders project confidence and set an ambitious 2023 growth target of around 5% without announcing major stimulus
• Certain high-level government appointments expected at the meetings did not occur, leaving top posts vacant in China's cabinet