Trans-gene is a new technology, but also a new industry, and has broad prospects for development. The 21st century is the century of the life sciences, transgenic biotechnology is the crystallization of human science and technology. Its promotion and application in the world is significant for solving food crisis worldwide. China certainly needs to participate.
As a novelty, GM technology is disputed and doubtful, which is normal. For how to face transgenic technology and genetically modified food with scientific attitude, Chinese food safety 30-people Forum put it as follows:
First, the transgenic technology is a double-edged sword. Reasonable and legitimate application of transgenic technology can benefit mankind; illegal abuse of transgenic technology will cause harm to the human society. Academia should be based on the principles of "active bold research", "legally prudent promotion" to treat the research and application of transgenic technology. Scholars should closely follow the latest developments of genetic research in the world, continue scientific research and bold innovation to strive to occupy transgenic technology Heights. At the same time, they should treat practical application of transgenic technology with rigorous and professional attitude, and actively communicate with the government and the public about transgenic technology.
Second, relevant government regulatory authorities should enforce the law strictly according to prescribed laws and regulations; when authorities make decisions on major issues of genetically modified crops immigration and commercial cultivation, they should fully respect public opinion. Transgenic crops’ industrial and commercial promotion should be treated with caution and in operation in accordance with the national development of technical regulations specification nation formulated.
As for illegal commercialization of genetically modified crops and unclear GMO identity currently appearing on the market, authorities should strictly regulate and respect the public's right for freedom of choice and fully informed; blind import and promotion of genetically modified having serious consequences should be prosecuted according to law.
Third, in the media reports, journalists should respect science, understand science, take an objective, neutral, rational and scientific attitude towards transgenic technology and completely truthfully show all points of view to the public, so that science gains widespread understanding and support from the public. Journalists should not spread or amplify absurd rumors in order to "attract attention" . Journalists should not mislead or intimidate the public.
Fourth, at present, the relevant national governments, international organizations, the scientific community in the world think that there is no security problem about the genetically modified foods in the market, yet no scientific literature indicates that genetically modified food has a negative effect on human health. Therefore, the public should view genetically modified technology with scientific attitude. We also suggest consumers, when buying a product, you should pay attention to whether there is a label of GMO manufacturers on packaging. You can select by your own and scientifically rationally consume.(chinainout.com)
China Food Safety 30-people Forum
August 28, 2014
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