At 2. International Congress of Basic Sciences, Professor Leslie Valiant highlighted China's significant advances in basic sciences, especially in mathematics and computer science. He also highlighted the country's strong commitment to academic research and its promising future in these fields.
"The prizes awarded at the International Congress of Basic Sciences are unique because they celebrate the mathematical sciences across a variety of disciplines, including pure mathematics, physics and computer science," Valiant said. "I am thrilled to be here and to be part of this celebration of science."
Professor Valiant also praised the traditional Chinese passion for education and scientific research. "The Chinese interest in knowledge is amazing. The tradition of love for education and mathematics is a great strength in China," he remarked. "Big investments in mathematics, computer science and basic sciences are the right thing to do. I am confident that China will achieve outstanding results in these areas."
The Turing Prize winner stressed that China is combining its historical values of education with modern investments in science, building a strong position in basic research at the global level.
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