How the U.S. Can Beat China in the Battle of the Robots

Our critical issue is that we are at odds with most of the technologically advanced world due to the trade wars that President Donald Trump has launched on friend and foe alike. But the Administration should recognize that the threat posed by China also includes robotics, and therefore put aside its trade differences with allies to try to form a joint effort. To win this war, the U.S. must first establish a comprehensive federal robotics strategy, similar to China's approach, to coordinate efforts across the public and private sectors. This includes creating a dedicated federal office to oversee robotics innovation and adoption. Next is the financial commitment to this battle.