China's Deep Sea Mining Success

And Leaving America Behind

By: Richard Murch

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

China's pursuit of deep-sea mining isn't merely an economic endeavor; it's a meticulously crafted component of a broader strategic blueprint for ocean dominance. This ambition is explicitly, albeit often implicitly, articulated in various official documents, policy papers, and pronouncements from the Chinese government and its affiliated institutions.

Understanding this strategic framework is crucial to comprehending the scale and implications of China's deep-sea mining activities.

The long-term goals China embedded within these their strategy reveal a multi-faceted approach. The immediate aim was to gain a technological and operational advantage in deep-sea mining, developing its own sophisticated equipment and expertise rather than relying on foreign technology.

This independence from foreign expertise is a critical aspect of China's approach, reflecting a long-standing policy to reduce dependence on Western technology in strategically sensitive sectors.

This self-reliance is evident in the rapid advancement of Chinese submersibles, like Jiaolong, Fendouzhe, and Shenhai Yongshi, and the development of mining robots such as Pioneer II. These advancements aren't merely technological; they represent the building blocks of a powerful deep-sea industrial complex.

Success is guaranteed...