The Sino-US science and technology cooperation agreement, which has been cooperating for more than 40 years, has expired, and the two sides have not taken action to renew it, causing dissatisfaction and concern among thousands of American scientists. They jointly wrote to the White House to pressure ** to re-sign this agreement as soon as possible to ensure that the scientific and technological cooperation between the two sides can continue. Delays in the renewal process have raised concerns among scientists after the expiration of the cooperation agreement, which is renewed every five years.
The reasons behind the dissatisfaction of scientists are not pure. Although the two sides did not disclose the specific reasons for the failure to renew the agreement, judging from the US ban on artificial intelligence, quantum computing and other fields, as well as the motives of some American politicians to suppress China's scientific and technological development, the attitude of the United States may be related to this matter. Scientists are also concerned that the renewal of the agreement may face more difficulties against the backdrop of thawing signals at the San Francisco summit between the Chinese and American leaders.
U.S. Ambassador to China Burns recently publicly stated that in the new round of agreements to be renewed, the United States has put forward requests for revisions in a number of areas. In this case, Burns does not believe that a smooth renewal of the agreement is possible. In addition, there are still different voices in the United States regarding the ban on semiconductors. Therefore, against a complex background, many American scientists are pessimistic about the prospects for renewal.
Specifically, more details have not yet been revealed on the issue of renewal. However, judging from the analysis of the current situation, some high-level US officials still insist on imposing blockade measures on China's high-tech sector, regarding China as a competitor that may catch up with and surpass their cutting-edge technology in the future. Even though China has repeatedly emphasized win-win cooperation and has no intention of surpassing the United States, it has not changed the inherent concept of the United States. In this kind of scientific and technological competition, it has become difficult to reach relevant scientific and technological cooperation agreements. In addition, the United States wants to take the lead in the agreement, for example, by calling for reforms in a number of areas. This situation is further complicated and further hinders the conclusion of an agreement.
The key to whether the renewal agreement can be successfully reached lies in the attitude of the US side. As long as the United States is willing to cooperate better, the agreement will naturally be signed smoothly;But if they are unwilling to cooperate, I am afraid that this agreement will face a long impasse. However, this is a stalemate, not an outright termination.
On the one hand, many scientists in the United States are pressuring the renewal process because they really need this agreement to ensure the continuation of scientific and technological cooperation. On the other hand, as the conflict of the technology blockade fades, even the US ambassador believes that the relationship between the two sides has eased and cannot afford a more serious situation. As a result, the two sides may end up at a stalemate, with a "postponement" as the outcome, depending on which side makes concessions first, or whether other variables arise.
Overall, things might not be so complicated if both sides had negotiated with fair commercial attitudes. Finally, I would like to ask you what you think about the situation where you cannot sign an agreement smoothly
In the field of science and technology, U.S.-China cooperation has been established for more than 40 years and has brought great benefits to both sides. However, the renewal of the current agreement faces a number of challenges and difficulties. The restraining attitude of some political forces in the United States towards the rise of China's science and technology, as well as the restrictions imposed on many fields, make the signing of cooperation agreements complicated and difficult. The inconsistencies in the positions of the two sides and the sharp rivalry made it impossible to reach an agreement quickly.
Personally, I believe that the cooperation between China and the United States in the field of science and technology should adhere to the principle of win-win. Only through open and equal cooperation can we promote scientific and technological progress and global innovation and development. The two sides should abandon the zero-sum game mentality and promote international exchanges and cooperation in the field of science and technology. At the same time, it is crucial to strengthen communication and mutual trust to reduce misunderstandings and friction.
It is expected that the top leaders of China and the United States will be cautious about the renewal of the scientific and technological cooperation agreement, uphold the principle of mutual benefit and win-win, and think strategically from the perspective of long-term development. Through active dialogue and cooperation, the two sides can promote scientific and technological innovation and progress and bring more benefits to the world. At the same time, we should also keep an open mind, strengthen domestic scientific and technological development, and continuously improve our own innovation capabilities to cope with possible challenges and opportunities.
Taking the renewal of the S&T cooperation agreement as an example, we should recognize the importance and influence of S&T development, further strengthen global S&T cooperation and innovation, and make greater contributions to human development and progress.