More than 250 experts from 19 countries attended the 3rd World Science and Technology Development Forum in Beijing, including several Nobel laureates. The theme of the forum was “Openness, Trust, Cooperation.” During the forum they discussed how to promote science as a global public good, how innovation can introduce new solutions to sustainable development, how to build mutual trust to enhance inclusivity and governance of science and technology, and how to better collaborate with each other to meet shared challenges.
Hou Jianguo, president of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, said the Academy has established cooperation with research institutions, launching major scientific projects, and promoting exchanges and talent training. They also released an open letter signed by 260 Chinese and international organizations appealing for solidarity and cooperation to make science and technology better serve the well-being of humanity and contribute to the sustainable progress of human civilization.
