BREAKING NEWS
China enters UN innovation top-10, displacing Germany

Sarakhon Report
New rankings signal shift
China moved into the UN’s top-10 most innovative countries, replacing Germany, according to new data cited by officials. The change reflects patent output, R&D intensity and commercialization metrics.
Drivers behind the rise
Policy support for strategic tech—AI, EVs, batteries and industrial automation—has accelerated investment and talent programs. Beijing also highlighted tighter IP enforcement and standards harmonization.
Global competition intensifies
The reshuffle will sharpen debates over tech access and trade as firms weigh supply-chain exposure. European policymakers face pressure to bolster domestic innovation incentives.
Outlook for 2026
Analysts expect further jockeying as countries roll out subsidies and export controls. Rankings could swing with capital spending cycles and regulatory shifts.