Analysis of U.S. Think Tanks' Cognition towards China-U.S. Competition in Quantum Science and Technology

Authors

• Xiaoyu LI, 1.College of International Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Nanjing 210039 2.American Studies Center, National University of Defense Technology, Nanjing 210039
• Lei GU, 1.College of International Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Nanjing 210039 2.American Studies Center, National University of Defense Technology, Nanjing 210039
• Haohan MENG, 1.College of International Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Nanjing 210039 2.American Studies Center, National University of Defense Technology, Nanjing 210039

Keywords

U.S. think tanks, quantum science and technology, China-U.S. competition in quantum science and technology, think tank intelligence, think tank discourse, national security

Abstract

[Purpose/significance] Analyzing the perceptions of mainstream U.S. think tanks towards the China-U.S. competition in quantum science and technology contributes to examining their thinking frameworks and strategic judgments, providing strategic insights for China to effectively respond to U.S. containment and blockade in this field.

[Method/process] By selecting 13 research reports from 8 mainstream U.S. think tanks and utilizing the literature analysis method, this study systematically reviews the multidimensional perceptions of U.S. think tanks on the China-U.S. competition in quantum science and technology, thus revealing the underlying logic behind their perceptions.

[Result/conclusion] U.S. think tanks generally advocate for competition with China in quantum science and technology in the name of safeguarding national security. Their perceptions clearly reflect an underlying logic of right-wing political tendencies, techno-nationalism, and national policy orientations. In light of this, China should incorporate elements such as independent innovation, international cooperation, and supply chain security into policy considerations.

First Page

133

Last Page

142

Submission Date

21-Oct-2024

Revision Date

04-Dec-2024

Acceptance Date

21-Dec-2024

Published Date

01-Jul-2025

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Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.19809/j.cnki.kjqbyj.2025.03.013

Recommended Citation

LI, Xiaoyu; GU, Lei; and MENG, Haohan (2025) "Analysis of U.S. Think Tanks' Cognition towards China-U.S. Competition in Quantum Science and Technology," Journal of Scientific Information Research: Vol. 7: Iss. 3, Article 13.
DOI: 10.19809/j.cnki.kjqbyj.2025.03.013
Available at: https://eng.kjqbyj.com/journal/vol7/iss3/13