University of Technology Sydney Associate Professor Zhang on tech curbs on China

The transcript discusses the geopolitical implications of technology, focusing on Huawei and China's strategies in critical minerals and clean energy. It highlights the challenges in the semiconductor industry and the importance of collaboration over competition. The conversation emphasizes the need to balance national security concerns with global cooperation to address urgent issues like climate change.

What has been the impact of sanctions on Huawei's technological development?

• Huawei has stopped developing new technologies.

• Huawei's performance was not hugely impacted.

• Huawei has shifted focus to non-technological sectors.

• Huawei's growth has been significantly hindered.

How might controlling lithium affect global power dynamics?

• It would lead to technological stagnation.

• It would only affect local economies.

• It could allow control over nations.

• It would have no impact on global power.

What is China's position in the clean energy transition?

• China is lagging behind other countries.

• China is not investing in clean energy.

• China relies solely on foreign technology.

• China has structural advantages in this area.

What is the suggested approach to address climate change?

• Focus on national security concerns.

• Ignore environmental costs.

• Collaborate globally to fight climate change.

• Increase competition among countries.

What has China done to enhance its semiconductor industry?

• China has ignored semiconductor development.

• China has outsourced all semiconductor production.

• China has made serious investment plans.

• China has stopped using semiconductors.

What is a potential consequence of decoupling supply chains?

• No impact on global markets.

• Increased global collaboration.

• Lower prices for smartphones and laptops.

• Higher prices for electronic devices.

What is the broader implication of technological competition?

• It has no impact on global relations.

• It benefits all players equally.

• It only affects technological sectors.

• It leads to net negative outcomes for all.