December 2023
Science, by its very nature, transcends national boundaries. International scientific collaboration has led to greatadvances in our understanding of our world, our universe, and our shared global challenges. International scientificpartnerships enable breakthrough discoveries that help humanity tackle these global challenges. Likewise,international scientific cooperation fosters mutual understanding across political and ideological divisions.
Research provides the best impact when its results are communicated broadly, for the benefit of all. At the sametime, participating scientists must balance open scientific cooperation with national security interests. Researchersmust also respect intellectual property agreements, local laws and regulations, and be respectful of the rich culturaldiversity of the people who conduct research. Consequently, the undersigned national physics societies andinternational physics organizations call upon their members and upon scientists across the globe to abide by thefollowing principles that are crucial to successful international scientific cooperation:
Likewise, to realize fully the national benefits of international scientific partnerships, the undersigned call upon theirgovernments and those who promote policies and practices that advance international scientific collaboration, to:?
?The Mid-Autumn Festival, one of China's most cherished traditional holidays, is deeply rooted in the country's cultural heritage. Known for the rich poetry, it has inspired and customs, the stories of the festival center around the moon, which symbolizes reunion, harmony, and togetherness.
?William N. Brown has called China home for over 30 years. "I'm fortunate to live in a country as beautiful as China, in the vibrant city of Xiamen, and at a university as remarkable as Xiamen University," the 68-year-old American professor at Xiamen University said.