Nordic countries team up in China's tech trade

Nordic countries have joined an international race to team up with China in exploring science and technology opportunities.

"Countries with a tradition of innovation gradually take the lead in social and economic development, which in turn make them internationally competitive," said Huang Xing, China's ambassador to Finland.

Information and communication technology has boomed in China during the past two decades, he said and the country has earmarked the sector for greater funding.