Germany’s deputy chancellor has proposed to cut down Chinese investment in critical sectors such as semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI)
The AI and semiconductor industries are gaining the status of the new oil. The hype has resulted in a new conflict between the West and China. Western countries are proposing to ban or limit investments from China and also outbound investment into Chinese companies.
Germany Circulates Proposal to Toughen Chinese Investment in AI
According to the Financial Times, Robert Habeck, the deputy chancellor of Germany, is concerned about economic security due to Chinese investment in critical industries such as AI and semiconductors. Hence, he proposed to toughen foreign direct investment (FDI) in Germany.
Along with Habeck, other German legislators believe China is becoming “more repressive internally and more aggressive externally.” Whereas some German leaders oppose the proposal, believing the development would adversely affect the country’s trade relationship with China.
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According to Statista, Germany’s AI industry is poised for rapid growth to €28.56 billion (~ $30.99 billion) valuation by 2030. Presently, it has a valuation of €9.68 billion (~ $10.5 billion)