
Dan Wang
Technology analyst and author of Breakneck: China's Quest to Engineer the Future, with experience living and researching in China and affiliated with the Hoover Institution.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 35min
Dan Wang - The US vs China In The 21st Century - [Invest Like the Best, EP.444]
In this discussion, technology analyst Dan Wang, an authority on U.S.–China dynamics and author of *Breakneck*, shares insights from his six years in China. He reveals the stark realities of U.S. manufacturing versus China’s rapid innovation, emphasizing that the latter’s societal structure allows for swift execution of large-scale projects. Dan also addresses the 'ByteDance problem,' explaining why Chinese firms are undervalued in global markets due to political risks. Throughout, he explores the cultural and operational differences that define both superpowers.

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Sep 29, 2025 • 1h 2min
28. China Is Run by Engineers. America Is Run by Lawyers.
Dan Wang, a research fellow at the Hoover Institution and author of "Breakneck: China's Quest to Engineer the Future," discusses the fascinating contrast between China’s engineering-driven society and the U.S.'s lawyer-centric governance. He delves into China's ambitious infrastructure projects, the impacts of zero COVID, and how American proceduralism hinders innovation. Wang argues that understanding Chinese strategies can inspire U.S. reforms and emphasizes the importance of recognizing both nations' shared traits despite their differences.