The Chinese capital is planning  to host a symposium on the exchange of science and technology  throughout September, sources with the Beijing Association of  Science and Technology said here Thursday.

   The month-long symposium will hold a series of discussions on a wide range of issues, such as urban construction, Beijing's  preparation for the 2008 Olympic Games, development of urban  facilities and protection of cultural relics, ecological projects, transportation and nutrition in the 21st century.

   Over 30 forums will be held with topics focusing on  telecommunications of the Olympic Games, plant and human health,  as well as exchanges of science and technology between the two  sides of the Taiwan Straits.

   Experts from the United States, France, Britain and other  countries have applied to attend the symposium.