Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
The National Committee on U.S.-China Relations held our annual black-tie Gala Dinner on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in New York City.
This year, we celebrated Dr. Albert Bourla, chairman and chief executive officer of Pfizer, for his contributions to U.S.-China relations. Under Dr. Bourla’s leadership, Pfizer has driven groundbreaking scientific innovation and strengthened its commitment to equitable global healthcare, all in pursuit of its purpose: breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. In China, Pfizer has operated for over three decades and across more than 300 cities. At a time when the bilateral relationship is complex, healthcare remains a vital area of shared interest. Dr. Bourla’s numerous achievements and contributions have been instrumental in advancing NCUSCR’s mission.
In addition to remarks from Dr. Bourla, the evening included a performance by acclaimed artists Abigail Washburn and Wu Fei, who blended American old-time music with traditional Chinese folksong, as well as remarks from NCUSCR Chair and former U.S. Trade Representative Charlene Barshefsky, NCUSCR Executive Vice Chair, Evan Greenberg, Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng, and NCUSCR President Stephen Orlins.
About the event and gala honoree: ncuscr.org/event/gala
0:08 Opening Remarks from NCUSCR President Stephen Orlins
11:53 Musical Performance by Abigail Washburn and Wu Fei
31:42 Remarks by Charlene Barshefsky, NCUSCR Chair
39:09 Remarks by Ambassador Xie Feng
54:05 Remarks by Evan Greenberg, NCUSCR Executive Vice Chair
1:00:17 Remarks by Honoree Dr. Albert Bourla
1:12:57 NCUSCR President Orlins closes out dinner
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The National Committee on U.S.-China Relations held our annual black-tie Gala Dinner on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in New York City.
This year, we celebrated Dr. Albert Bourla, chairman and chief executive officer of Pfizer, for his contributions to U.S.-China relations. Under Dr. Bourla’s leadership, Pfizer has driven groundbreaking scientific innovation and strengthened its commitment to equitable global healthcare, all in pursuit of its purpose: breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. In China, Pfizer has operated for over three decades and across more than 300 cities. At a time when the bilateral relationship is complex, healthcare remains a vital area of shared interest. Dr. Bourla’s numerous achievements and contributions have been instrumental in advancing NCUSCR’s mission.
In addition to remarks from Dr. Bourla, the evening included a performance by acclaimed artists Abigail Washburn and Wu Fei, who blended American old-time music with traditional Chinese folksong, as well as remarks from NCUSCR Chair and former U.S. Trade Representative Charlene Barshefsky, NCUSCR Executive Vice Chair, Evan Greenberg, Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng, and NCUSCR President Stephen Orlins.
About the event and gala honoree: ncuscr.org/event/gala
0:08 Opening Remarks from NCUSCR President Stephen Orlins
11:53 Musical Performance by Abigail Washburn and Wu Fei
31:42 Remarks by Charlene Barshefsky, NCUSCR Chair
39:09 Remarks by Ambassador Xie Feng
54:05 Remarks by Evan Greenberg, NCUSCR Executive Vice Chair
1:00:17 Remarks by Honoree Dr. Albert Bourla
1:12:57 NCUSCR President Orlins closes out dinner
_____________________________________________
NCUSCR fosters U.S.-China communication and exchange in support of productive bilateral relations and U.S. interests. Learn more: ncuscr.org/about.
► Subscribe to our channel: ncuscr.video/subscribe-youtube
► Check out the rest of our videos and podcasts here: ncuscr.org/media
► Follow @NCUSCR on Twitter: twitter.com/ncuscr
► Facebook: facebook.com/NCUSCR
► Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/ncuscr
► Instagram: instagram.com/ncuscr
► TikTok: tiktok.com/@ncuscr1966
► Weibo: weibo.com/ncuscr
► Visit our website for the latest information on our upcoming events, programs, digital content, and more: ncuscr.org
► Support our mission to promote understanding and cooperation between the United States and China: secure.givelively.org/donate/ncuscr/promote-engagement
