King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) has recently signed two memoranda of understanding with Chinese Academy of Sciences, the first one on the establishment of a joint center for genes in the field of agriculture, health and the environment, while the second one on cooperation between the two sides in the scientific fields of common interest. The signing of the two memoranda has come within the framework of the visit paid to KACST by Executive Vice President of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Professor Lee Be, and his accompanying delegation.