HIKVISION(SZ:002415) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-07-02 04:19Group 1 - Canada has succumbed to U.S. pressure by expelling Chinese company Hikvision, reflecting the challenges smaller nations face in the geopolitical landscape [1][3] - The Canadian government, citing "national security," ordered Hikvision to cease operations within 120 days, a decision influenced by the economic impact of U.S. tariffs [1][3] - The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on Canadian automobiles, significantly affecting Canada's economy, which relies heavily on exports to the U.S. [1][3] Group 2 - Canada's cancellation of the planned digital services tax against U.S. tech giants demonstrates the economic disparity and pressure from the U.S. [3][5] - The expulsion of Hikvision is seen as a political gesture rather than a legitimate security concern, as no concrete evidence has been provided [5][8] - The move aligns with the U.S. strategy to isolate Chinese technology firms, indicating a broader trend of geopolitical alignment among allies [5][8] Group 3 - China's Ministry of Commerce condemned Canada's actions, asserting that it would take necessary measures to protect the rights of Chinese companies [7][8] - The situation may trigger a ripple effect among other nations, as seen with the EU's willingness to accept U.S. tariffs while seeking exemptions in specific sectors [7][8] - Despite short-term concessions by some countries, the fundamental market dynamics suggest that reliance on Chinese manufacturing will persist [7][8]