[Ministry of Finance: Improve the efficiency of investment in scientific and technological innovation and increase support for key and strategic areas] On October 9, the Ministry of Finance released a report on the implementation of China’s fiscal policy in the first half of 2026. The report proposes to promote technological innovation and industrial innovation. Highlight the supply of technological innovation and the traction of industrial demand, and comprehensively use policy tools such as special funds and government investment funds to promote the optimization and upgrading of traditional industries, and cultivate and strengthen emerging industries and future industries. Implement fiscal support policies to promote the expansion of capacity, quality and better development of producer services and consumer services. Improve the efficiency of investment in scientific and technological innovation and increase support for key and strategic areas.