FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr Advises Europe to Pick Between American and Chinese Technologies
A top U.S. official has issued a warning that the EU should be concerned about the Chinese Communist Party’s version of Elon Musk’s satellite system, Starlink.
Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr stated that Europe must decide between U.S. and Chinese technology.
Carr highlighted that Europe is at a crossroads between the United States and China and warned of a potential division in artificial intelligence and satellite technology between CCP-aligned nations and others.
Although Ukraine has utilized Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite system for communication in its conflict with Russia, tensions arose in early March when Musk’s comments about the system drew criticism from EU leaders supporting Ukraine.
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While there have been collaborations between the EU and China in satellite navigation, concerns have been raised about the potential military and surveillance applications of joint AI research.
Carr cautioned that if the EU is worried about Starlink, they should be even more concerned about the CCP’s version, urging Europe to make a decision between U.S. and Chinese influence.
The EU is currently in discussions about tariffs with the U.S., emphasizing the need for cooperation and fair trade agreements.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the EU and China.
