The representation of leading Chinese scientists in the Communist Party's Central Committee has doubled over a decade, rising from 15 academicians in 2012 to 30 in 2022, accounting for roughly 8 percent of the body's roughly 350 members. Historically limited to advisory roles, scientists now hold increased direct influence in the party's key decision-making body, a shift from the previous dominance of provincial leaders, military officers and senior political figures.
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The representation of leading Chinese scientists in the Communist Party's Central Committee has doubled over a decade, rising from 15 academicians in 2012 to 30 in 2022, accounting for roughly 8 percent of the body's roughly 350 members. Historically limited to advisory roles, scientists now hold increased direct influence in the party's key decision-making body, a shift from the previous dominance of provincial leaders, military officers and senior political figures.