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Microsoft President Brad Smith stated that US tech companies should be concerned about the government subsidies provided by Beijing to Chinese firms, highlighting competitive challenges.

18 Feb, 16:25 — 18 Feb, 16:32

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This story is significant as it underscores the ongoing economic and technological rivalry between the United States and China, particularly regarding fair competition. Government subsidies can create an uneven playing field, potentially disadvantaging unsubsidized foreign companies and impacting global market dynamics.

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Microsoft President Brad Smith expressed concern over Chinese government subsidies for tech firms.

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Microsoft’s Brad Smith says U.S. tech should ‘worry a little’ about Chinese firms government subsidies.

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The Microsoft president said American firms will have to compete with subsidies provided by Beijing to Chinese companies.

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cnbcMostly Factual46d ago

Microsoft’s Brad Smith says U.S. tech should ‘worry a little’ about Chinese firms government subsidies

The Microsoft president said American firms will have to compete with subsidies provided by Beijing to Chinese companies.

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YahooMostly Factual46d ago