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25 June 2026

China's technological advancements defense

The topic provides relevant context on global industrial policy, state subsidies, and trade tensions that can be used to illustrate arguments regarding India's own manufacturing and protectionist policies in GS2 and GS3.

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Notes

  • Chinese Premier Li Qiang characterized China's technological advancements as 'China Opportunity 2.0' rather than a threat.
  • Western officials and the OECD have raised concerns regarding China's heavy state subsidies in high-tech sectors like AI and electric vehicles.
  • The OECD report suggests that large-scale state subsidies can distort global markets and create unfair competitive advantages.
  • China attributes its technological growth primarily to its large domestic market and significant corporate investments, rather than state subsidies.
  • The 'Summer Davos' (World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions) was held in Dalian, China.
  • The term 'China Shock 2.0' is used by some international observers to describe the perceived threat posed by China's high-tech industrial boom to advanced economies.

Questions

  1. Analyze the impact of state-led industrial policies on global trade dynamics and market competition. In the context of the 'China Shock 2.0' discourse, discuss the challenges posed by large-scale subsidies to the principles of a level playing field in international trade. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. The 'Annual Meeting of the New Champions', often referred to as 'Summer Davos', is organized by which of the following organizations?

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