In a landmark decision at the recently concluded World Conference of Science Journalists in Pretoria, South Africa, China has been selected to host the prestigious 2029 edition of this global gathering. This will mark the first time the conference is held in Chinese territory, representing a significant milestone for the nation’s scientific journalism community.
The Chinese Society for Science and Technology Journalism successfully secured the hosting rights through a formal application process during the South African conference. The event, organized under the auspices of the World Federation of Science Journalists with support from UNESCO, serves as a premier platform for science communication professionals worldwide to exchange cutting-edge reporting methodologies and practical experiences in scientific storytelling.
As a founding member of the World Federation of Science Journalists, the China Association for Science and Technology News has maintained consistent engagement with the international science journalism community. This longstanding participation has now culminated in the opportunity to host the global conference, which is expected to significantly enhance China’s role in international science and technology governance discourse.
The 2029 conference is anticipated to facilitate greater integration of Chinese science journalists into global networks while strengthening China’s influence in shaping international science communication standards. The event will provide a forum for showcasing China’s scientific advancements and journalistic approaches to an international audience, potentially setting new benchmarks for science reporting practices worldwide.