Recently, the remarks of the US political and business circles have sparked heated discussions around the world, and the topic of China is particularly eye-catching. From cranes being questioned as a threat to the United States*** to the potential risks of electric vehicles, especially the astonishing remarks of U.S. Secretary of Commerce Raimondo - China could turn off 3 million Chinese-made cars on U.S. roads at any time, these remarks are like pebbles thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples and triggering widespread global attention and in-depth discussions.
In the face of such strong concerns in the United States, many Chinese people may laugh at it, thinking that it is too sensitive or even a little unfounded. However, peeling back the superficial controversy and delving into the logic and strategic considerations behind these remarks, we will find that America's concerns are not unfounded.
With the large-scale application of intelligence and networking in the automotive industry, modern vehicle control systems are increasingly relying on electronic technology and network communication. This means that in the event of a system vulnerability or malicious attack, there is indeed a potential threat to the normal operation of the vehicle, and it is technically possible to remotely control the car to shut down. However, it is the necessity, motivation and possible consequences of such acts that are at stake.
Behind such concerns is a reflection of the deep insight of the United States into its technological advantages and security boundaries. According to U.S. logic, if China also has such technological prowess, it may use it to defend its own interests if necessary. While this concern may seem overly alarming, it is not unfounded, given that technology has escalated to a core strategic resource in the current international competitive landscape.
When we turn our attention to the Chinese market, a striking fact emerges: the depth and breadth of penetration and coverage of American products and services in the Chinese market is staggering. From Apple mobile phones to computers equipped with Microsoft Windows systems, from Tesla cars to terminal equipment with built-in American GPS navigation and positioning system, to a large number of low-end chips used in China's communications, industrial control, medical treatment, computer server systems, consumer electronics and automobiles, American products have become an indispensable part of China's social operation.
While these U.S. products and services bring convenience and development opportunities to China, they also quietly create a potential security threat. Imagine that if the United States did use technology to remotely control these devices and software, China would be in an extremely asymmetrical security posture, and the state's control over critical infrastructure and security systems would become extremely fragile. This is similar to the history of the US military using advanced technology to carry out asymmetric strikes against the Iraqi Air Force, while the latter fell into passivity under the condition of information asymmetry. This "asymmetric warfare" mode in the field of science and technology is undoubtedly a huge concern for the world.
Therefore, we should attach great importance to the US warning, which seems to be "leaking its mouth", and deeply analyze the deep-seated intentions behind it. We should not rashly regard it as groundless or deliberately provocative, but should take this opportunity to reflect on and accelerate the country's technological research and development and innovation, improve its independent and controllable capabilities, and ensure that it is not interfered with by external factors.
Of course, this does not mean that we should reject or exclude American products and services altogether. In today's globalized world, international cooperation and mutual benefit are still the basic principles that we must uphold. However, in the process of cooperation, we must also remain vigilant at all times, especially in key areas and technologies involving the highest priority, and we must adhere to the principle of independence and controllability to ensure the long-term peace and stability of the country.
In short, in the face of the various signals and actions issued by the United States, we need to maintain a calm and rational attitude, neither too nervous nor blindly optimistic. At the same time, it is necessary to increase the cultivation of independent research and development and innovation capabilities, improve the level of independent controllability, and ensure that the best is as solid as a rock. Only in this way can we remain invincible in the wave of globalization and calmly respond to various challenges and changes.