The United States has made another ruthless move, wanting to permanently ban Huawei and other companies from participating in wireless device certification
Since the beginning of the Trump administration, the U.S. government has been using various means to suppress Chinese technology companies, the most typical of which is the encirclement and suppression of Huawei. And in the years that the Biden administration has been in power, this practice has not only not stopped, but has intensified.
Not long ago, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States presented another "heavy" card, saying that it is ready to permanently ban Huawei, ZTE and other companies from participating in wireless device certification projects and becoming test laboratories or certification bodies.
As soon as this news was exposed, it immediately aroused widespread attention around the world. Industry insiders have said that the US government's move is not only an "unreasonable suppression", but also may further worsen the Sino-US technology competition pattern, bringing a serious impact on the global industrial chain and supply chain.
What does this mean? How will it affect the future of tech? Let's dive in.
The "technological decoupling" of the United States has gone one step further
To understand the underlying motivation of the U.S. government's move, we first need to review a series of repressive policies adopted by the U.S. over the years against Chinese technology companies such as Huawei.
As early as the Trump era, the U.S. government introduced a series of restrictions, including putting Huawei on the "Entity List" and prohibiting companies from doing business with Huawei. After the Biden administration took office, although some details were adjusted, the overall suppression posture has not changed.
Now, the FCC has launched a new round of targeted attacks. The so-called "permanent ban" on participating in the wireless device certification program is undoubtedly another blow to Chinese technology companies.
Industry insiders pointed out that wireless device certification is a key precursor for products to enter the market, and regulatory authorities in various countries will use this procedure to ensure product safety and compliance. Once certain businesses are permanently banned from participating in this process, it will not only mean that their products will not be able to be sold in the U.S. market, but will also face significant obstacles globally.
This kind of "technological decoupling" is undoubtedly a further deepening of the US government's "containment strategy" against China in the fields of trade and science and technology. From limiting Huawei's share of the 5G market to completely cutting off its path into the wireless communications industry chain, the U.S. government is clearly trying to prevent the rise of Chinese companies in key technology fields through various means.
What is more noteworthy is that this proposal is not only aimed at Huawei, but also includes many Chinese companies such as ZTE, Hytera, Hikvision, and Dahua. This shows that the US government's repression targets have gradually extended from individual companies to the entire Chinese technology industry chain.
Some analysts have pointed out that this kind of all-round suppression is likely to stem from the US government's deep fear of China's scientific and technological strength. In cutting-edge fields such as 5G, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing, Chinese companies are catching up with or even surpassing the United States at an impressive rate. This not only poses a threat to the technological superiority of the United States, but also shakes its dominance in the global technological competition.
In order to curb this situation, the US government will inevitably spare no effort to introduce various measures to try to cut off the connection between Chinese companies and the global industrial chain, and hinder their development in key technology fields. This "decoupling" strategy undoubtedly reflects the strategic anxiety of Washington.
The global industrial chain may be impacted
However, we must be soberly aware that the U.S. government's "unreasonable suppression" will not only have a direct impact on Chinese companies, but will also have a far-reaching impact on the entire global industrial and supply chain pattern.
First of all, once this ban finally takes effect, it will undoubtedly bring serious challenges to the survival and development of many Chinese technology companies.
Huawei, for example, has been one of the major players in the U.S. market for many years, as a leading player in the current global wireless communication equipment market. However, if it is permanently excluded from the wireless device certification program, it means that its products will not be able to enter the US market, which will undoubtedly deal a heavy blow to the company's overall operation.
Similarly, other companies included in the "ban", such as ZTE and Hikvision, also play an important role in the global business layout. Once it is cut off from the international industrial chain, it will inevitably cast a shadow on its own development prospects.
But more critically, the impact of this "decoupling" behavior on the global industrial chain and supply chain pattern.
As we all know, the current technology industry is increasingly characterized by transnational collaboration and high dependence. Many companies rely on a global network of suppliers for their manufacturing. And some Chinese companies play a key role in this process.
For example, as a communications equipment giant, Huawei not only has a leading position in 5G, the Internet of Things and other fields, but also its supply chain system is deeply embedded in the global industrial chain. If it is completely excluded from the certification system for wireless devices, it will inevitably cause huge supply chain turmoil.
The risk of such industrial chain fragmentation will not only impose a heavy burden on relevant enterprises, but may also further exacerbate the uncertainty of the global economy. Especially in the current critical period of economic transformation, this kind of "decoupling" behavior will undoubtedly become an important factor dragging down the global industrial recovery.
What cannot be ignored is that the negative impact of this ban is likely to extend beyond the tech industry itself to a wider scope.
Some analysts have pointed out that communication technology is playing an increasingly important role in today's society, involving energy, transportation, medical care and other fields related to the national economy and people's livelihood. If the U.S. government's approach of "technological isolation" succeeds, it will not only affect the normal operation of relevant industries, but may also cause serious harm to national security and public interests.
In other words, although the US government's move is based on so-called "national security", its actual motivation may be more due to geopolitical wrangling.
China officially responded to the U.S. "ban" and called on all parties to work together to maintain the stability of the global industrial chain
The Chinese government and related companies have also responded strongly to the U.S. government's "unreasonable suppression".
A spokesperson for China's Ministry of Commerce said at a recent regular press conference that the US government's move seriously violates the rules of the market economy and the principle of fair competition, and will not only damage the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises, but also affect the stable operation of global industrial and supply chains.
The spokesperson stressed that the Chinese government has always advocated that all countries should carry out scientific and technological cooperation on the basis of equality and mutual benefit, and jointly safeguard the security and stability of the global industrial chain. Under the pretext of national security, the US government is undoubtedly undermining the international trade order and harming the interests of all parties.
At the same time, some Chinese companies included in the "ban" list have also stated that they will take all legal means to protect their rights and interests.
For example, Huawei issued a statement saying that it would closely monitor the follow-up of the proposal and would take necessary legal action to firmly oppose this unfair practice. The company said the "permanent ban" not only violates the principle of fair competition, but also goes against the global trend of technological innovation.
Similar statements also came from other implicated Chinese companies such as ZTE and Dahua. They unanimously said that the US government's wanton suppression of Chinese technology companies not only harms its own rights and interests, but also has a serious impact on the global industrial landscape.
In fact, not only the Chinese government and enterprises, but also some international organizations have criticized and questioned this US approach.
For example, the World Trade Organization (WTO) has stated that countries should follow the principles of non-discrimination and most-favored-nation treatment when formulating trade policies, and avoid targeted restrictive measures. This practice of the US Government undoubtedly violates this basic norm.
At the same time, some industrialists have also called on all parties to jointly maintain the stability of the global industrial chain in the spirit of mutual respect and win-win cooperation.
"This kind of unilateralism and protectionism is not only not conducive to scientific and technological innovation, but also will inevitably hinder the development of the global economy." An industry analyst said, "We should abandon the zero-sum game mentality, open up to each other, learn from each other, and jointly promote scientific and technological progress." "
The widespread opposition from the international community has also exerted some pressure on the US Government. According to sources, there are also some disagreements and disagreements within the FCC when voting on this proposal.
"After all, this kind of 'technological decoupling' will not only harm Chinese companies, but will inevitably have a negative impact on the United States itself." "Therefore, there is still some suspense as to whether the FCC will ultimately adopt this proposal," the person said. "
In any case, this "wireless device certification dispute" provoked by the US government will undoubtedly become another focus of Sino-US technology competition. It is not only related to the survival and development of several Chinese enterprises, but also has a profound impact on the future trend of the global industrial chain.
At this critical period, all parties should work hard to resolve differences and maintain the stable operation of the global industrial chain in an open and rational manner. Only in this way can we ensure the continuous advancement of scientific and technological innovation for the benefit of consumers.
It is the common vision of the international community to break the "technological siege" and make science and technology truly serve human progress. We hope that all parties will adopt such a positive attitude and work together to maintain a level playing field in the international arena.