Core Points - The 13th World Conference of Science Journalists was held in Pretoria, South Africa, where the China Science Writers Association successfully applied to host the 2029 conference in China, marking the first time the event will take place in the country [1] - The successful bid is expected to enhance the participation of Chinese science journalism talents in global science governance and increase China's international influence in science communication [1] - During the conference, the Chinese delegation participated in the World Federation of Science Journalists' council meeting, where they voted on the 2024 annual report, financial report, and related personnel issues [1] Group 1 - The conference is supported by UNESCO and initiated by the World Federation of Science Journalists, focusing on global issues affecting science journalism and sharing impactful science reporting cases and experiences [1] - The China Science Writers Association, as one of the founding members of the federation, has been actively involved in conference activities and aims to enhance the influence and voice of Chinese science journalists on the international stage [1]

Group 1 - The 2025 Shanghai Science and Technology Festival will start on May 17 and last for two weeks, covering all 16 districts of the city with nearly 2,000 events planned [1] - During the festival, 48 science popularization bases will offer discounted prices to the public, and 56 key laboratories and large scientific facilities will be open for public visits, providing a rare opportunity to experience Shanghai's innovation [1] - The theme for this year's festival is "Technology Makes Life Better," featuring six major thematic activities including an opening ceremony, conferences, open activities, competitions, media science popularization, and a closing ceremony [1] Group 2 - The opening ceremony will include a red carpet event for outstanding scientists and representatives from top research institutions, universities, and tech companies, showcasing their scientific achievements through AI technology [2] - The 4th Shanghai Science Communication Conference will be held after the opening ceremony, continuing the event's brand influence and marking a key point in preparing for the 19th World Science Communication Conference in 2027 [2] - Over the past five years, Shanghai scientists have published 29.2% of the total articles in top scientific journals such as Science, Nature, and Cell, highlighting significant research achievements as a hallmark of Shanghai's scientific community [2]