We need to acquire adequate modern scientific and technological knowledge to meet the challenge of the 21st century.

为了迎接二十一世纪的挑战，我们需要掌握足够的现代科学及技术知识。

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Our modern societies, all strongly based on technological improvements, consistently demand a solid scientific and technological knowledge from those who wish to be considered citizens.

UNESCO: Science Policy and Capacity-Building