The US-China Technological Competition in the 4.0 Era (Monograph)

This book offers readers a comprehensive picture of the US-China technological competition in the 4.0 era, its impacts and influence on the global situation, as well as the specific adjustments in technology policy and strategy by the US, China, and some other major countries. In addition to in-depth analysis and assessment of the current state and prospects of the US-China technological competition, the author group also provides forecasts on competitive trends, thereby suggesting policy implications for the development of science and technology in Vietnam. This is intended to ensure that this sector truly serves as a top national priority for developing a modern economy and safeguarding security and defense during the period of deep international integration.

The book is a valuable reference material for policymakers, researchers, and readers interested in the issue of US-China technological competition in the 4.0 era.

The book’s content is structured into three Chapters: Chapter I assesses the role of technology for the US and China, the relationship between the two nations, and summarizes the recent state of technological competition between the US and China. Chapter II focuses on evaluating the impacts of the strategic competition between the US and China in the technological field on the region and the world, specifically in terms of security, development, and influence; it also covers the impact on the international technology cooperation policies of various countries. Chapter III presents forecasts on major trends and several scenarios related to the prospects of US-China technological competition; it evaluates and proposes several foreign policy recommendations for Vietnam to help capitalize on opportunities and mitigate challenges arising from the current trend of technological competition between the US and China.

Authored by Dr. Nguyen Viet Lam, working at the Permanent Mission of Vietnam to the United Nations in New York, and Dr. Le Trung Kien, Acting Deputy Director of the Institute for Foreign Policy and Strategic Studies.