China-U.S. Sci-tech Cooperation Needs Repair, Not Persecution

China and the United States have a complex relationship that is often marked by competition, cooperation, and conflict. One area where this dynamic plays out is in science and technology (S&T) cooperation between the two countries.

In recent years, there has been growing tension in Sino-American S&T relations due to various factors such as trade disputes, intellectual property concerns, and geopolitical rivalry. This has led some people to argue that China's approach to U.S.-based research institutions and universities amounts to "persecution" of Chinese scholars and scientists.

However, I believe that repairing rather than persecuting China-U. S. sci-tech cooperation is necessary for both countries to benefit from scientific advancements and technological innovations. The benefits of collaboration are clear: it can lead to new discoveries, promote economic growth, and enhance global security and stability.

To achieve this goal, both sides need to work towards building trust and reducing suspicion. This can be accomplished by addressing concerns about intellectual property protection, improving transparency in research collaborations, and promoting open dialogue and communication.

In addition, the U.S. and China need to recognize that they have different scientific and technological strengths and can complement each other in areas where they have complementary expertise. For example, the U. S. is strong in areas such as biotechnology, while China has made significant progress in areas such as 5G and artificial intelligence.

In conclusion, repairing rather than perpetuating the current tension between China and the United states in the field of science and technology is essential for both countries to advance scientifically and technologically, and for the world to benefit from the fruits of their collaboration.