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Congress targets China with bills on drones and biotech

thestar.com — September 9, 2024, 06:01 AM UTC

Summary: The U.S. House is set to vote on several bills targeting China's influence, focusing on biotech, drones, and electric vehicles. Proposed measures include banning Chinese companies from federal contracts, restricting drone sales from DJI, and limiting farmland purchases by foreign adversaries. Bipartisan support reflects concerns over national security and economic competition, while critics warn of potential discrimination and strained U.S.-China relations.

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    US House passes bill restricting contracts with Chinese biotech firms (gazette.com)
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    House passes bill restricting contracts with Chinese biotech firms (scmp.com)
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