China's Rise: The Future, Made in China

In Beijing, AI pioneer Kai-Fu Lee sees a future where China leads the world, not just in manufacturing but in technology. The country has surpassed the U.S. in electric vehicles, solar power, and industrial robots, and its AI models now rival American ones at lower cost. As the U.S. retreats from global leadership, China is poised to shape the next era, with implications for democracy and the balance of power.
They’re feeling like the champions of the world. They think they can contend with anybody.