U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai discusses the need for government support in clean energy technology development, citing market limitations and unfair competition from China.
Key Points
Government intervention is deemed necessary to boost clean energy technology.
Market forces alone may not be sufficient to drive the required advancements.
China's economic policies are seen as distorting the global playing field.
Pros
Government support can accelerate clean energy technology development.
Protection of investments and subsidies can ensure domestic competitiveness.
Cons
Criticism of adopting tactics similar to those criticized in China's practices.
Concerns about the scale and impact of government intervention in the market.