Decoupling is reflected in statistics

Given the current geopolitical situation and domestic sentiments in the US as well as China, technological decoupling between the two powers is progressing. While hard barriers for technology exchange like export and investment controls capture the media headlines, research cooperation between the US and China has also been heavily affected by the increasingly antagonistic relationship. One of the results is decreasing bilateral research funding and increasing scrutiny on scientific exchange.​

Last updated: 24. July 2025