The legacy of President Jimmy Carter in fostering U.S.-China scientific cooperation remains a testament to the enduring power of diplomacy and mutual respect in advancing shared global interests. His visionary leadership, exemplified by the 1979 U.S.–China Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement, laid the foundation for decades of collaboration that have driven innovation, addressed global challenges, and strengthened ties between two of the world’s most influential nations
I always have believed that the most important bilateral relationship in the world is between the United States and China.