Peter Thiel: US-China Relations at the Nixon Foundation (Vintage Code, 2021)

The Nixon Seminar convenes with new members and special guest Peter Thiel to discuss the technology fight between the West and China, focusing on AI, quantum computing, and semiconductors. Thiel argues that while the West is currently ahead, China's ability to copy, steal, and apply technology, especially AI for surveillance, poses a significant threat. The discussion explores how to maintain a competitive edge, reform the Pentagon's procurement process, and address the risks associated with Chinese students studying in the US. Panelists also examine China's influence in international organizations, the potential for a digital currency war, and the complexities of deterring China from taking Taiwan, emphasizing the need for a strong military deterrent and ideological conviction.