ChinaTalk ChinaEconTalk, Live from Washington, D.C.
Sep 25, 2019
Martijn Rasser, a Senior Fellow in the Technology and National Security Program at the Center for a New American Security, joins the discussion to tackle U.S.-China technological tensions. He delves into the critical role of rare earth elements and the transformative potential of 5G technology. Rasser raises concerns about Huawei's cybersecurity risks and its ties to the Chinese government, emphasizing the need for international collaboration in tech standards. He also addresses the complexities of U.S. policies on technology, touching on ethical implications and security challenges.
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Weishan Dairy Fraud
- Martijn Rasser worked at Muddy Waters, which exposes fraud in Chinese companies listed on US markets.
- One investigation involved Weishan Dairy, a company claiming impossibly high milk yields and profits.
Tech Competition, Not Cold War
- Martijn Rasser dislikes the term "tech cold war" to describe US-China relations.
- He prefers "tech competition" and believes there's still room for cooperation.
Rare Earths Dependence and Diversification
- China controls most rare earth processing, vital for electronics and defense.
- The US has limited mining and processing, but alternatives are developing in the US and Australia.