BYD and Alibaba among big names aiding China’s military, Pentagon says
Summary
The US government added several major Chinese companies, including Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD, to a list it says supports China's military. This update from the Pentagon reflects concerns about China's military growth and comes shortly after President Trump met with China’s leader, Xi Jinping. The companies named deny the claims and some plan to legally challenge the listing.Key Facts
- The Pentagon updated a list of Chinese companies it believes help China’s military, including Alibaba, Baidu, BYD, and others.
- The update replaced a similar list from early 2025 and adds companies involved in technology, biotech, and robotics.
- The list is part of US efforts to address security concerns amid competition with China.
- Alibaba, Baidu, and WuXi AppTec reject their inclusion, saying there is no proof they support China’s military.
- The Pentagon cited connections to Chinese government bodies that oversee state-owned companies as reasons for listing some firms.
- China’s embassy in Washington opposes the list and insists that Chinese companies follow local laws.
- Some companies were removed from the list because they stopped operating in the US or changed their names.
- The list must be updated yearly by law, and companies can try to get removed if they meet certain conditions.
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