South Korean Media: "The Self-satisfied US Might Lose to China in the Technology Race!" On May 13th, South Korean media The Global Economy published an article stating that a new report from the Atlantic Council, a Washington-based think tank, warned that if the US does not cooperate with developing countries, it might lose to China in the high-tech race. The report emphasized that the US should not be complacent but should collaborate with countries of the Global South to consolidate its position in the technological competition with China. The Atlantic Council said, "The US cannot underestimate the role that the Global South will play in shaping the global technology race. If it fails to do so, China can promote its geopolitical, economic, and technological interests worldwide without interference and establish global technology norms and standards unimpeded." The report stated that developing countries are expected to play an increasingly important role in advanced technology fields in the coming decades, and their relations with China may further strengthen. Southern countries account for 85% of the world's population and nearly 40% of global GDP. The report said, "Ultimately, these countries will play a key role in shaping global technology norms, driving technological demand, providing critical resources for products, and promoting innovation through research and development." The report emphasized that the US and its allies must better understand the technological needs and aspirations of the Global South countries. It particularly pointed out that "adjusting services according to local needs" is a factor contributing to the success of Chinese enterprises. The report said, "Policy-makers in Washington often only focus on which country has a technological advantage and what such leadership means for military superiority and national economic strength. However, the global dissemination of emerging technologies is equally important, but unfortunately, it is often overlooked." Over the past few decades, China has steadily enhanced its influence in the Global South by funding academic exchanges, educational programs, and media cooperation, supporting the overseas development of Chinese enterprises and promoting China's interests. The report assessed that "China is fully capable of surpassing the US and its allies in many next-generation industrial fields, especially in middle- and low-income countries where it has established strong economic and political ties." [Image: //p3-sign.toutiaoimg.com/tos-cn-i-ezhpy3drpa/f68eaa07e9d941848c7baf96f85e0047~tplv-obj:1920:1080.image?_iz=97245&bid=15&from=post&gid=1832008464526343&lk3s=06827d14&x-expires=1754870400&x-signature=rAI%2FItLwjwtUlPyMlnTRLaIjKb4%3D] Original Source: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1832008464526343/ Disclaimer: This article solely represents the author's viewpoint.