Scientists from the Chinese mainland and around the world rallied for stronger international collaboration to tackle climate change, food security, and other pressing challenges at a major Beijing seminar. The event, hosted by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), marked its 70th anniversary with a clear message: ‘Science knows no borders’.
Tech Meets Teamwork
CAS President Hou Jianguo highlighted how AI, quantum tech, and green energy innovations could reshape sustainability efforts. ‘No single country can solve these puzzles alone,’ he said, announcing plans for global talent exchanges and open data sharing.
Decades of Cross-Border Wins
Australian Academy of Science President Chennupati Jagadish praised 50 years of Sino-Australian research partnerships, while Russia’s Sergei Chernyshev vowed to deepen ties with CAS. Peter Gluckman of the International Science Council called CAS a ‘global leader in bridging science and society’.
60+ experts from 14 countries/regions attended
Focus areas: Climate action, AI ethics, resource management
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