At first, these were mainly concentrated on microsensors. Basis technologies and theoretical basis. The main emphasis is still laid on sensor technique. China is very much interested in the exchange of academic experience and corresponding international relations.
Contacts already exist especially with Japan, North America and Europe.
The government supports mst-development in different ways. A consequent governmental mst-support is being provided since the beginning of the 90s. In China the dynamization of the whole technology field as well as the increased significance which is being attached to mst also from governmental side is reflected in the development of governmental support within recent years. Thus, the total support rose for the factor 10 in the years 1992 to 1996. Yet, it can not be assumed that there is a comprehensive governmental mst-programme.