In today's globalized world, standards are not only a norm, but also a power. According to statistics, Europe and the United States dominate more than 90% of the world's standard development, while China accounts for only 2%. Behind this seemingly embarrassing number, there is actually an invisible technology game.
Why can Europe and the United States occupy such a high standard market share?History, technology accumulation and forward-looking research are its three cornerstones. Over the years, European and American countries have invested heavily in the field of science and technology, forming a complete industrial chain and a mature R&D system. At the same time, their sensitivity to emerging technologies and their R&D efforts ensure that they remain at the forefront of technology.
In contrast, China's standard-setting ratio is clearly not commensurate with its international status. This means that we are still controlled by others in the global technology ecosystem, and it is difficult to get rid of our dependence on Europe and the United States. But it is precisely this predicament that has stimulated the fighting spirit of China's technology industry and spawned the birth of world-class companies such as Huawei and Alibaba.
These companies have not only made breakthroughs in 5G, artificial intelligence and other fields, but also actively participated in the formulation of international standards. They understand that only by mastering the right to speak in standard-setting can they truly gain a foothold on the international stage.
China's efforts have also been recognized by the international community. There are growing voices calling for China to play a greater role in global standard-setting. At the same time, European and American countries have also realized the unstoppable trend of China's rise and have begun to adjust their China strategies.
But in any case, one thing is certain: the battle for standards will be even more intense in the future. Europe and the United States will not easily relinquish their dominance, and China will firmly pursue its own dream of standards. The outcome of this game is not only about the interests of all countries, but also affects the development direction of the global technology industry.
Summary: From being beaten backward in the 2G and 3G eras, to catching up in the 5G era, China's position in global standard formulation is undergoing profound changes. This is a long and tortuous process, but it is undoubtedly the only way for China to become a scientific and technological power. Three minutes to talk about popular science