Understanding China's Strategic Investment

February 4, 2023 Razvan Chiorean

tech, business

Beijing's Control Strategy

China’s tech stocks has staged a big rally. Hong Kong Hang Seng tech Index which is stacked with Chinese companies has soared almost 60% since its low’s last October. This comes as the country reopens and as Beijing’s lift his crack down on technology companies.

China's ambitions to gain a foothold in the tech world will soon be realised. Beijing's control strategy is a way to keep all major companies in China, thereby keeping all Chinese citizens under the Communist Party's dominance.

Quieter investment plan

Started back in 2015 the Chinese government came up with the proposal to buy stake in technology companies. Usually 1% stake and aboard seen in some influence over the content this private news companies or content companies are putting out. In 2016-2017 Chinese state group started taken small stakes in start-ups and it grows in size from there.

However, most recently the buying strategy expanded in large companies such as Alibaba and Tencent. It is both about, controlling content and to keep tech companies growing, especially now considering the circumstances. Their economy recovers and their employment rises after several lockdowns and foreign investors running away from China.

The Rise of Golden Shares

The government decided to take this 1% stake to get influence over these companies but not in such a heavy handed mannered as the tech crack down did. It gives them control on how those companies are operating and specifically gives them direct say on content which is always been what the communist government was always focus. Although, the Beijing’s purchase in ByteDance company who owns the social media company TikTok, bought a 1% stake in the company which allowed them to name a state director.

Controversially Nominee

His name is Budjyu Khgan which about a couple of years ago he attracted attention for saying very nationalistic stuff online. He called all liberal Chinese traitors and told them to go to hell for preaching human rights in freedom. He’s now has a say over the top three executives of the platforms and if the company wants to do any acquisitions or distribute profits, he’s now involved in as a board member.

China has decided to move to take a majority stake in tech companies to gather data it needs to make decisions that will impact their future. The country sees this as an opportunity for them to gain an edge in the global market, and they're willing to invest heavily in order to get it.

They see technology companies as a long-term investment, and are eager to get in early on the next big thing. As we speaking, China has been making warnings in regard to American companies and some of the biggest tech players in Europe. The partnership will give them access to a wealth of information that can be leveraged to grow their own economy.

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The Bottom Line

China's recent strategic investments reflect a response to both internal growth concerns and competitive pressures from the United States. By committing billions to research initiatives like ‘Baidu Brain,’ China aims to ensure its industries lead advancements in AI and robotics. This proactive approach not only secures China’s current influence over these technologies but also positions it to play a decisive role in determining global access to them in the future.

About the Author

Razvan Chiorean is a published author of compoundY and a cutting-edge researcher in quantum computing, AI-ML, and blockchain technology. Through his #AIResearch handle, Razvan continues to conduct research, blog, and educate, bridging cultures and inspiring technological progress while consistently sharing his findings and insights. He collaborates with leading tech companies, contributes to open-source projects, and is dedicated to fostering ethical standards and inclusivity in technology, ensuring a future where advancements benefit everyone.

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