Tech-theft claim exposes US' real motive
Washington's claim that Beijing has forced US enterprises to transfer technology is not only groundless, but also fallacious.
The US has conveniently forgotten to mention that it has pocketed huge amounts of patent royalties and other fees in exchange for its technology cooperation with China. The Chinese enterprises' using and purchasing US technologies and patents have not only abided by Chinese laws but also international conventions, and thus helped develop a win-win environment for the benefit of both sides.
World Trade Organization data show China paid $23.98 billion in patent royalties in 2016, the highest after the European Union and the United States. China was also the largest buyer of know-how among developing countries.
