ChinaTalk Sen. Warner on the RESTRICT Act, AI, Bipartisanship on China and a New Era of Intelligence
May 2, 2023
Virginia Senator Mark Warner, chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, dives into the RESTRICT Act aiming to regulate tech suppliers from rival nations. He discusses the emerging bipartisan consensus on China, addressing its military tensions and technological ambitions. The conversation also touches on the Chips and Science Act's role in sustaining U.S. tech leadership and the importance of preventing AI-related industrial espionage. Warner emphasizes the need for collaboration between tech leaders and policymakers to ensure robust regulations that foster both innovation and accountability.
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Shifting Views on China
- Sen. Warner's views on China evolved from promoting trade to recognizing a stark contrast between public and classified information.
- This shift began in 2010 when he joined the Intelligence Committee and intensified with Xi's leadership.
Bipartisan Consensus on China
- Bipartisan consensus on China emerged as China prioritized CCP over shareholders/customers and aggressively pursued tech dominance.
- A nuanced approach is needed, differentiating between security risks like Huawei telecom equipment and commodity items like Huawei handsets.
CHIPS Act Implementation
- Prioritize funding not just for major chip manufacturers, but also for the entire supply chain ecosystem.
- Ensure the CHIPS Act benefits a wider range of companies and states, not just the initial winners.