The United States is losing ground to China in the global competition for digital network dominance, according to a RAND Corporation analysis. China’s Digital Silk Road has generated over $79 billion in infrastructure projects since 2015, bundling hardware, software, and financing into integrated packages that Western competitors struggle to match. Key success factors include cost, ecosystem advantages, and political alignment. The report recommends developing a coordinated U.S. strategy with allied financing programs and on-the-ground presence to counter China’s rapid deployment and competitive edge in developing nations. More: rand.org
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