China's aim to be a global scientific center of excellence may soon be a reality as the country was ranked second in the world in terms of scientific output as well as scientific study with the US taking the first position, Nature reported.

Globally, the Chinese Academy of Sciences was ranked best, beating the likes of Harvard Law.

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This achievement has been made possible by the of the Chinese government's continuous investment in science.

China spends an average of $40 billion per year on scientific research - only the US which invests a greater amount than that.

China's greatest achievement is its space program. In only five years, the country has built the world's largest telescope.

Premier Li Keqiang, early this year, encouraged the country's leaders to invest more in science and technology to aid the development of the country.

"Innovation is the primary driving force for development and must occupy a central place in China's development strategy," Li said.

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