The Forum on Science & Technology in Guangzhou, namely the Guangzhou Science & Technology Salon, which has enjoyed a history of over a century, will kick off in September, said sources from the Guangzhou Association of Science & Technology.

Yang Xiao, Vice Chairman of the Guangzhou Association of Science & Technology, said that about 40 forums and salons would be held in 2008. Different from the previous sessions, this session would focus on solutions to technical difficulties for enterprises. Also, some experts from Hong Kong and Macao will be invited.