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The knowledge-based economy represents a new strategic era that human beings are entering.So knowledge is becoming the most important source of growth as well as productivity.//
The knowledge-based economy has one characteristic, that is innovation. Innovation meansthe ability to generate and use knowledge to innovate. It is not only a determinant of wealth;it is also the basis of competitive advantage.//
The first step towards the knowledge-based economy can be made if one is able to effectivelydevelop a vision of the future, exploit one&39;s self-potential and stay open-minded.//
I am very glad that China will soon carry out the National Medium-to-long Term Program forEducation Reform. and Development. This program, I&39;m sure, will encourage your young peopleto absorb new knowledge and apply it in science and technology.