As world awaits 5G, China already tapping 6G tech

Researchers have already begun working to tap the potential of 6G - the sixth generation of mobile communication technology - even though 5G is still several years away from large-scale commercial application, Miao Wei, minister of Industry and Information Technology, said on Friday.

"We have started research on the development of 6G from the end of last year or at the beginning of this year," Miao said on the sidelines of the ongoing first session of the 13th National People's Congress.

The move highlights China's eagerness to prepare for cutting-edge technologies as the country aims to gain a lead in the global race toward a fully internet-connected world.