news Scmp World 2026-07-08

US-China Scientific Collaboration Declines Amid Geopolitical Rivalry

The geopolitical rivalry between the United States and China is leading to a significant decline in scientific collaboration. This 'decoupling' carries hidden costs for innovation and global research efforts.

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