Patrick McGee: How Did Apple Become So Entangled with China?

November 27, 2025

China is helping fuel Apple’s success. And the company’s success has had major benefits for China. Here’s part of the conversation with business journalist Patrick McGee and Jeyan Jeganathan. They discussed his new book, “Apple in China: The Capture of the World’s Greatest Company.” And how the tech giant’s dependence on China is affecting all of us.

Patrick McGee is a compelling keynote speaker, bringing over a decade of global journalism experience from the Financial Times and The Wall Street Journal. His award-winning reporting on Apple, electric vehicles, and emerging technologies offers audiences unparalleled insights into the forces shaping our digital future. As the author of Apple in China, he delivers a deeply researched, behind-the-scenes look at how the world’s most valuable company became entwined with America’s biggest rival. With his engaging storytelling and sharp analysis, Patrick McGee provides event attendees with thought-provoking perspectives on technology, business, and global markets. To host him for a speaking engagement, contact WWSG.

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