Science academy to improve its outreach

The Chinese Academy of Sciences will enhance science cooperation and services to support countries and regions participating in the Belt and Road Initiative in global common issues, officials said on Monday.

Measures will include expanding joint research and consultation services related to major scientific challenges, such as tackling climate change, natural disasters, health and other issues, Bai Chunli, the academy's president, said at a news conference on the sidelines of the First General Assembly of the Alliance of International Science Organizations, which concluded on Monday.

Other measures include new projects that use science and technology to solve key social issues, such as food and water security, Bai said, adding that tech companies in places involved in the BRI will also see greater collaboration from China, and new scholarships and reward programs will be established to nurture talent.