Abstract:The infrared opto-electronics is continually promoted by the infrared technology. It shows a strong multidisciplinary characteristic, since it is related with semiconductor physics, condensed matter physics, micro-electronics and optics. The Chinese Academy of Sciences has given strong support to develop the infrared opto-electronics. As directed by the infrared technology application, a series of achievements have been accumulated. According to the development of infrared opto-electronics in China, we propose some suggestions on the further progress in our academy.