Large companies from around the world are finding it harder to avoid using Chinese technology. In the past, firms like Apple and Ford mostly used China for manufacturing, but now they see China as a leading source of new ideas and high technology. This is clear in areas like artificial intelligence, electric vehicle batteries, and car software, where Chinese companies are becoming very strong.

This change happened because Chinese businesses have made big improvements in technology and can now offer important skills and products that global companies need.

As a result, global companies, such as Ford and Apple, now work closely with Chinese firms to stay competitive. For example, Ford partners with Chinese battery leader CATL, and Apple uses services from Chinese tech companies Alibaba and Baidu to help sell their products in China.