Visitors watch the rocket models developed by Chinese private space company LandSpace at the 2019 Zhejiang Science and Technology Week in Hangzhou on May 19. [Photo/IC]

The 2019 Zhejiang Science and Technology Week opened in Hangzhou, capital of Zhejiang province, on May 19.

Armed with the slogans "strong scientific and technological nation" and "popularizing science to benefit the people", this year's event offers up some of the most cutting-edge scientific and technological achievements the province has made during the past seven decades, especially in the areas of artificial intelligence, information technology, and biotechnology.

Products on display include 2-meter-high rocket models developed by Chinese private space company LandSpace, models of the Hangzhou metro line, and intelligent bus solutions.

An array of science-related activities, including forums, conferences, exhibitions and competitions designed to promote scientific innovation and life sciences will also be held during the weeklong festival.

Major science education venues, key laboratories and research centers are open to the public during the festival, which runs until May 26.