Group 1 - The report by the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee criticizes the protectionist policies of the Trump administration, suggesting that these actions may weaken the U.S. competitive edge against China [1][2] - The report highlights that as the U.S. reduces its international projects, China is rapidly filling the void, expanding its influence globally [2][3] - The global university rankings show an increase in the standing of Chinese universities, with Tsinghua University rising from 13th to 11th and Peking University from 31st to 25th in the latest rankings [2][3] Group 2 - The report warns that the Trump administration's policies could lead to a talent drain from the U.S., as international students may be deterred from studying in the country [3][4] - Data indicates a significant decline in the number of Chinese students in the U.S., dropping over 25% from the 2019-2020 academic year to the 2023-2024 academic year [5][9] - The U.S. government's scrutiny of Chinese researchers has led to a chilling effect, causing many to return to China or move to other countries, thereby impacting U.S. research and innovation [7][8] Group 3 - China's investment in higher education and research has been substantial, with R&D spending reaching over $780 billion, nearly matching the U.S. [12][13] - The trend indicates a structural shift in global higher education from the West to the East, with Asian universities, particularly in China, making rapid advancements [12][14] - Experts predict that if current trends continue, China may soon rival or surpass the U.S. in key areas of innovation and technology [14]