This funding opportunity supports projects that develop new knowledge and strengthen expertise on China’s science, technology, and innovation system. Funded activities include creating comprehensive monitoring frameworks, innovative interdisciplinary methodologies, and expert networks to assess China’s technological advancements and their implications for EU economic security and strategic autonomy. Coordination with the European Commission is required.
Eligible applicants are legal entities established in EU Member States and Associated Countries Norway and Iceland. Entities controlled by non-eligible countries are excluded. Applicants must comply with Horizon Europe Work Programme conditions and submission requirements.