The 985 Project is an initiative launched by the Chinese government in 1998 to promote the development of elite universities in China. It aims to enhance the quality of higher education and research, focusing on a select group of institutions that receive additional funding and resources. The project is named after the date it was announced, May 1998. Under the 985 Project, universities are encouraged to improve their academic standards and global competitiveness. This initiative has led to the establishment of several top-tier institutions, including Peking University and Tsinghua University, which are recognized for their research output and educational excellence.