The outbreak and spread of Ebola in West Africa has had a serious impact in many areas，including the national economies，social stability，as well as international relations and security. The resolution of the UN Security Council identified the Ebola epidemic as a threat to international peace and security. The outbreak of the virus attracted global attention，once again reminding the international community of the importance of strengthening the public health security system. The World Health Organization，the United Nations，and other international and regional organizations have played an important role in responding to the Ebola epidemic and in promoting global public health security cooperation. International cooperation in fighting Ebola has provided experience and enlightenment for China to deal with public health crises and to participate in global governance of public health security.