Speech on Shanghai Forum, Fudan University

Thank you to Fudan University for hosting this gathering. It is a great honor to be ere, and to be representing both Yale University and the Center for Strategic & International Studies.

The Yale‐China relationship is part of the broader educational partnership between the United States and China. More than 11,000 American students are studying in China. And there are more than 81,000 Chinese students in the United States, and the second highest representation of any country. These educational opportunities nrich the fabric of both countries, helping to break down cultural barriers while promoting mutual understanding and contributing to economic integration.