Scientists get behind digital economy

The Chinese scientific community will facilitate the healthy and inclusive development of the digital economy through innovation, cooperation and education, according to experts at a global digital economic forum on Monday.

The digital economy refers to the use of information and communication technologies to support business models and economic activities. It has become a major component and driver of global economic growth.

Zhang Yuzhuo, vice-president of the China Association for Science and Technology, said China attaches great importance to the integration of the digital and real economies.