Mystery around China’s new science and tech body a sign of secrecy to come, analysts say

The establishment of China's Central Science and Technology Commission, a key Communist Party body central to its technology competition with the US, was kept under wraps and its initial members remain undisclosed. This secrecy is attributed to concerns about potential pressure from Washington, espionage fears, and suspected military ties. The commission is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping science and tech policies in China and may even oversee the military's tech branch. The secretive approach aims to safeguard China's technological advancements while avoiding international scrutiny, but it may also strain scientific cooperation with the US and raise questions about innovation and transparency in China's tech strategy.