1. To study and put forward the policies of the National Natural Science Foundation of China on cooperation and exchanges between countries and regions in America and Oceania;

2. To undertake cooperation and exchanges between the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the above-mentioned countries and regions;

3. Drafting cooperation texts, agreements or memorandums of understanding with the above-mentioned countries and regions, and organizing and participating in bilateral and multilateral agreement working meetings on a regular basis;

4. Organize and coordinate international cooperation and exchange projects with the above-mentioned countries and regions;

5. To undertake the examination and approval procedures for going to the above-mentioned countries and regions on business;

6. To undertake the work contact between the Science and Technology Department (Group) of the local embassy (consulate) in China and the embassy (consulate) abroad;

7. Other work assigned by bureau leaders.