That historic proposal gave rise to ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor), now under construction in southern France. Designed as the world's largest tokamak, ITER aims to recreate the energy of the sun here on Earth—offering the promise of clean, nearly limitless power for future generations.
What began as a diplomatic gesture between two global rivals became one of the most ambitious energy projects in history—a testament to how cooperation can spark innovation even in times of division.
