Pu’er’s Simao district will hold the 2013 Science and Technology Week on May 17, which will last for one week. This year’s event will focus on "technological innovation improving life”.

There will be an opening ceremony in front of Hongqi Hall, and participating organizations will publicize their industries in the streets.

A final competition for the district’s sixth Science and Technology Innovation Contest for Primary and Secondary School Students will be organized to promote innovation among young people.

Simao district will also host experience activities on scientific investigation. As for topics related people’s life, such as food safety and environment protection, the district will invite experts into the communities and rural areas to give lectures and answer questions.

Nearly 30 departments in Simao district will provide the public with rich products and services on scientific and technological knowledge during the event.