Uncertain Future for US-China Science Collaboration as Extension Requested
The future of scientific collaboration between the US and China is uncertain as the US-China Science and Technology Agreement, which facilitates such collaborations, is set to expire. US legislators are urging the agreement to be allowed to expire due to concerns about intellectual property and China's military objectives. However, scientists argue that failure to renew the agreement would hinder progress on transnational issues like climate change. China has become a global leader in scientific research, but concerns have been raised about the quality of its research, particularly in fields like computer science. The souring ties between the US and China, along with restrictions and fear of collaboration, have already slowed down scientific collaborations between the two countries, which could undermine cutting-edge scientific advancements.