Researchers in China have been blocked from participating in the European Union’s leading technology programs. However, experts in affected fields believe the consequences of this ban may be minor, as collaboration has already decreased significantly.
The EU has prohibited Chinese organizations from applying for its Horizon Europe grants, which amount to €93 billion (around US$110 billion). This ban, which targets fields like artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technologies, semiconductors, and biotechnology, is in response to concerns about research security and the possibility of military applications. The restrictions came into effect this year.
For researchers outside of China who want to work in these fields, they must now demonstrate that their partner institutions are not owned or controlled by Chinese entities.
The new regulations, announced in December, included extensive details about restrictions specifically aimed at China.
