1、Welcome tothe ArenaWhos Ahead,Whos Behind,and Where We Are HeadedNext in the U.S.-ChinaTechnology CompetitionJanuary 20252025 Gaps Analysis ReportContentsS P E C I A L C O M P E T I T I V E S T U D I E S P R O J E C T P A G E 2 Introduction The intensifying technological competition between the Unit

2、ed States and the Peoples Republic of China(PRC)represents one of the most consequential dynamics shaping the 21st century.This rivalry encompasses critical sectors that define economic power,national security,and global influence.Both nations are advancing rapidly across emerging technologies,with

3、strategies that reflect starkly contrasting priorities,governance structures,and resource allocations.This report,Welcome to the Arena:Whos Ahead,Whos Behind,and Whats Next in the U.S.-China Technology Competition,aims to provide a comprehensive,data-driven examination of this evolving landscape,bui

4、lding upon the foundation established in the Special Competitive Studies Projects(SCSP)2022 gaps analysis.1 This document is designed to fulfill five key purposes:1.One-Stop Diagnostic Resource for Policymakers:Tailored for the incoming Presidential Administration,the report serves as a strategic gu

5、ide,identifying opportunities,challenges,and insights to inform technology policy and decision-making.2.Analysis of How Nations Prioritize Critical Technologies:The report examines how various stakeholders within the U.S.innovation ecosystem prioritize key technologies,revealing strategic alignment

6、and divergence across sectors.3.Update from SCSPs 2022 Gaps Analysis:This report incorporates new data and developments across twelve strategically critical technology areas reflecting significant changes in the technological and geopolitical landscape since 2022.4.Forecast Geopolitical and Technolo