US, China forge rival fusion chains as Europe weighs role

China and the United States are extending their rivalry beyond artificial intelligence and space into fusion energy, widely seen as a virtually limitless, carbon-free power source. Both are racing to build domestic capabilities while securing supply chains for future reactors. To advance, Washington and Beijing are turning to Europe, whose expertise in superconducting magnets, lasers, [...] The post US, China forge rival fusion chains as Europe weighs role appeared first on Asia Times .
2026-04-21 22:58:29