中国不在乎美国制裁，大力建设海底电缆
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海底电缆的建设在全球通信基础设施中发挥着关键作用，承载着全球95%以上的互联网流量。近年来中国积极发展海底电缆产业，似乎威胁到了美国及其盟国在这一战略重要领域的长期主导地位。
《日经亚洲》在文章中指出，在中美地缘政治紧张局势日益加剧的背景下，海底电缆领域正在成为其外交和经济斗争的舞台。
对于中国海底光缆制造商烽火通信来说，并不担忧美国政府的“封禁”。公司代表在接受《日经亚洲》采访时指出，与美方的关系紧张事实上也给该公司带来了更多机遇，因为中国已开始推动海底电缆技术的“自给自足”，增加了对国内生产商的订单数量。
几十年来美国及其几个盟国一直主导着海底电缆市场。华盛顿一直以国家安全面临风险为借口，极力寻求没有中国参与的所谓的“清洁”通信网络。但《日经亚洲》指出，烽火通信等中国公司的悄然崛起，突显出美国在这一具有重要战略意义的领域要想遏制中国的进步是多么的困难。
美国人面临的问题是，中国不再需要外国的光缆技术。相反，在该领域能否成功越来越依赖于国家层面的外交关系，而政治在很大程度上决定了谁能进入关键市场，谁不能进入。
China's Ascent in Submarine Cable Dominance Amid
Geopolitical Rifts
By Rocco Caldero
Despite stringent US sanctions, including the 2020 placement of
Wuhan FiberHome International Technologies on the “Entity List,”
the company has remarkably adapt
ed.
It has shifted its focus towards domestic production of submarine
cables. This strategy has allowed FiberHome, a prominent Chinese
submarine cable manufacturer, to continue its operations.
It has also enabled the company to expand, undeterred by the
absence of US technology.
This domestic focus underscores China’s broader ambition to
challenge the longstanding US dominance in the undersea cable
sector, traditionally controlled by a few US and allied
companies.
The expansive undersea cable network, crucial for global data
transmission, spans 1.4 million kilometers and carries over 95% of
the world’s communications data.
Notable developments by Chinese firms include the 25,000-kilometer
PEACE cable by HMN Tech.
They have also undertaken extensive cable installations across the
Philippines and the Asia-Pacific region, emphasizing the strategic
“21st Century Maritime Silk Road” initiative.
However, these moves signify China’s intent to foster a diversified
global network akin to a “Digital Silk Road,” thereby enhancing its
geopolitical and communication influence.
On the geopolitical front, concerns about the security and control
of these cables have been highlighted.
Additionally, Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of the Russian
Security Council, brought attention to this issue.
He suggested that Russia could potentially disrupt the network of
cables in the Atlantic, pivotal for the Western world’s
connectivity.
Navigating the Geopolitical Landscape
Incidents like the 2006 earthquake near Taiwan and the 2008 anchor
mishap highlight the vulnerability of undersea cables to
disruptions. Such incidents could cause severe economic
impacts.
In response to perceived threats, the US has intensified efforts to
maintain “clean” networks free from Chinese influence. This is
aimed at safeguarding these critical infrastructures.
In addition, the strategic importance of these cables is
undeniable. They not only facilitate global data flow but also
represent significant geopolitical leverage.
The tension between maintaining robust, secure communication
channels continues to evolve. It is influenced by geopolitical
machinations, shaping the future of global connectivity.
This evolving landscape calls for a reevaluation of strategies to
ensure resilience against potential disruptions, be they
technological or political.
As the industry progresses, the importance of a balanced approach
becomes increasingly apparent. This approach must consider both
technological advancements and the geopolitical climate.
China's undersea cable drive defies U.S.
sanctions
'Diplomatic race' with Washington as Beijing pursues
self-sufficient global network
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TAIPEI/SINGAPORE/WUHAN - For Chinese undersea cable maker Wuhan
FiberHome International Technologies, being banned by the U.S.
government is nothing to worry about. It has, in fact, been good
for business.
'We don't care about the U.S. blacklisting,' a FiberHome executive
named Wu told Nikkei Asia, referring to Washington's decision to
put the company on a trade 'entity list' in 2020 as part of a broad
crackdown on China's tech sector. The move blocks the company from
buying U.S. technology.
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https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/The-Big-Story/China-s-undersea-cable-drive-defies-U.S.-sanctions
