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US-China University Partnerships Raise National Security Concerns

China's President Xi Jinping, speaks at the opening ceremony of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024. (Greg Baker/Pool Phot

Partnerships between the U.S. and China in universities have come under scrutiny in a recent report by congressional Republicans. The report highlights concerns that federal funding from the U.S. has inadvertently supported China's technological advancements, potentially aiding military modernization efforts.

The investigation focused on collaborations in areas such as hypersonic weapons, artificial intelligence, nuclear technology, and semiconductor technology. While these partnerships were initially celebrated for their scientific contributions, the report now raises national security concerns.

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