Core Viewpoint - The U.S. Department of Commerce has withdrawn its plan to list Chinese-manufactured drones on a "regulated list" due to national security concerns, which was initially proposed to restrict imports of Chinese drones [1][2]. Group 1: U.S. Government Actions - The U.S. Department of Commerce announced the withdrawal of a proposal aimed at restricting Chinese drones, which was submitted for White House review in October 2022 and retracted on January 8, 2023 [1]. - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) had previously placed all foreign-manufactured drones and components on a "regulated list" citing unacceptable national security risks [1][2]. Group 2: Chinese Response - The Chinese government has strongly opposed the U.S. actions, arguing that they distort the market and unfairly target Chinese companies under the guise of national security [2]. - Chinese officials have called for the U.S. to correct its actions and provide a fair and non-discriminatory environment for Chinese enterprises [2]. Group 3: Market Impact - Chinese drones, particularly from DJI, dominate the U.S. commercial drone market, with over half of the drones in use coming from this manufacturer [3]. - The proposed restrictions have led to significant backlash among U.S. drone operators, many of whom rely on DJI products for their businesses in various sectors such as agriculture and construction [3]. - Some drone operators have begun stockpiling DJI drones and components, expressing concerns that the ban could jeopardize their livelihoods, as there are no viable alternatives to Chinese-made drones in the Western market [3].
中美,大消息!事关无人机!
Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2026-01-10 06:32