Semiconductor Strategy
The allocation of $130 billion for semiconductor development in China is largely controlled by the state, with funds directed towards both established foundries and new initiatives. There's a notable lack of transparency in how decisions are made regarding which cities and companies receive funding, often influenced by political connections. If China successfully builds a competitive semiconductor industry, it could challenge the notion of free-market superiority, highlighting the effectiveness of protectionist strategies historically employed by industrializing nations.In this clip
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