China announces countermeasures against Washington, including controls on drones exports to the US
Summary
China has announced economic actions against the United States, including controls on drone exports to the U.S. and bans on six American groups, in response to recent U.S. restrictions. These moves come amid ongoing tensions between the two countries, despite efforts to improve relations during meetings between President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- China is restricting exports of drones and related technology to the U.S. because of U.S. bans on Chinese drones.
- Six U.S. entities, including a DNA testing company and a human rights group, are banned from doing business in China.
- China criticized U.S. actions as violations of agreements made by the two presidents and said it must respond.
- The U.S. recently banned imports of certain Chinese drones and foreign-made robots, citing national security concerns.
- China requires case-by-case approval for exports of dual-use unmanned aerial vehicles—items that can be used for both civilian and military purposes.
- The Chinese government stopped U.S. companies from performing factory inspections for China’s product safety certification, requiring them to use non-U.S. auditors instead.
- China warned it could impose more sanctions if the U.S. adds new restrictions.
- These developments occur ahead of a planned visit by President Xi to the U.S. in September.
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