China curbs exports of drone-related equipment amid U.S. tech tensions
A drone is seen in the sky as Chinese drone maker DJI holds a demonstration to display an app that tracks a drone's registration and owner in Montreal, Canada, November 13, 2019. REUTERS/Christinne Muschi/File Photo
The restrictions on equipment including some drone engines, lasers, communication equipment and anti-drone systems would take effect on Sept. 1, the commerce ministry said. "China's modest expansion of the scope of its drone control this time is an important measure to demonstrate our stance as a responsible major country, to implement global security initiatives, and maintain world peace," the unidentified spokesperson said.China has a big drone manufacturing industry and exports to several markets including the U.S.sold in the U.S. are made by Chinese-based company DJI, and they are the most popular drone used by public safety agencies.
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