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China urges US to immediately withdraw drone tariffs
China said the levies would disrupt the global drone supply chain as DJI controls more than two-thirds of the market, according to several studies.
- On Thursday, President Donald Trump's administration prepared to implement tariffs of up to 100% on imported drones, prompting Beijing to urge Washington to "immediately withdraw" the planned levies before their September 3 start date.
- The White House justified the duties on national security grounds, aiming to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers in an industry where Chinese company DJI has captured more than two-thirds of the global drone market in recent years.
- A report released last week indicated Washington loses about $19 billion to $26 billion in annual tariff revenue on goods transshipped through third countries to avoid duties, underscoring economic motivations.
- Commerce Ministry Spokesperson He Yadong told reporters in Beijing that the measures "overstretch the concept of national security discriminate against relevant Chinese products," warning that the levies disrupt global drone supply chains.
- Since 2022, DJI has remained on a restricted list for alleged military links, which the firm disputes, while Beijing warns the tariffs further undermine fair market competition.
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China's Ministry of Commerce considers the US allegations to be incorrect and irresponsible.
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China Calls for U.S. Tariff Withdrawal on Drones
China has called on the U.S. to immediately withdraw Section 232 tariffs imposed on drone imports and related components. The Chinese commerce ministry accuses the U.S. of unfairly targeting Chinese products, which they claim harms Chinese companies' interests. The Chinese spokesperson has reaffirmed China's firm opposition to these tariffs.
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