|
Aspect |
USA Sector |
Non-USA Sector |
|---|---|---|
|
Tech Standards |
Western tech stack (e.g., Google, Apple, Nvidia) |
Chinese or open-source stack (e.g., Huawei, Baidu, AliCloud) |
|
AI Data |
Emphasis on responsible AI, data privacy |
Centralized data use for national priorities |
|
Energy Transition |
Clean energy with ESG frameworks |
Pragmatic mix: renewables + coal + critical minerals |
|
Geopolitics |
Friend-shoring + defense alliances |
Multipolarism, soft power via trade/infrastructure |
1. USA-Led Market
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Partners: Canada, Mexico, EU (to some extent), Japan, South Korea, Australia
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Characteristics:
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Trusted supply chains (CHIPS Act, IRA incentives)
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Shared standards (on IP, labor, digital)
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Higher data privacy, regulation compliance
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Focus on democratic alliances
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2. Non-USA (China-led / alternative) Market
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Partners: BRICS nations, Southeast Asia, parts of Africa Latin America
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Characteristics:
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State-led innovation (e.g., AI, e-currency)
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Alternative financial systems (Digital Yuan, CIPS instead of SWIFT)
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Infrastructure diplomacy (BRI)
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Different norms (on privacy, IP, trade)
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Market Entry Strategy Based on Strategic Poles
|
Region |
Strategic Focus |
Aligned With |
|---|---|---|
|
USA & Allies |
Innovation, ESG, secure supply chains |
USA, EU, Japan, Australia |
|
China & Global South |
Cost efficiency, scale, digital infrastructure |
China, BRICS+, parts of Africa |
|
Neutral Markets (India, MENA, SEA) |
High-growth opportunities, flexible alignment |
Both blocks — dynamic policies |
