Trump says imported robotics pose national security risks but does not impose tariffs
The administration will negotiate with trading partners for 180 days and could still impose tariffs later if import concerns remain unresolved.
- On Oct 28, President Donald Trump found imported robotics and industrial machinery pose national security risks, ordering the Commerce Department and Trade Representative to negotiate import agreements with trading partners.
- Following a year-long probe, the Commerce Department reported the United States relies on foreign imports for most types of robotics and industrial machinery, creating supply chain vulnerabilities.
- The investigation covered industrial tools including Laser and water-cutting machinery, welding systems, and autoclaves; officials cite risks that Robots "could be leveraged by malign actors" to surveil Americans.
- Agencies must report back in 180 days on the status of these negotiations, while Trump warned he could still impose tariffs if talks with trading partners fall short.
- The Federal Communications Commission previously barred imports of new Chinese robot models, though existing humanoid and quadruped Robots remain allowed for United States users.
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(Washington = Yonhap News) Correspondent Lee Yu-mi = U.S. President Donald Trump said on the 28th (local time) that the import of robots, industrial machinery, and related parts [affects] U.S. national security...
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