National Security
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Biden Administration Issues Order on Data Security; China a Main Target
Yesterday, the Biden administration issued an executive order on "Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern," with China as a main country of concern.
Members of Congress Praise Administration Decision To Blacklist Hesai
Key members of Congress working on China issues are celebrating the inclusion of Chinese company Hesai on a U.S. Department of Defense blacklist.
Concerns Raised in EU, U.S. on Chinese Electric Vehicles
On both sides of the Atlantic, concerns have been expressed recently about the threat of Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) in relation to security and economic competition.
U.S. Export Control Official Discusses China Issues
At a webinar today, Matthew Axelrod, Assistant Secretary for Export Enforcement at the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), discussed various aspects of U.S. export controls as they relate to China.
U.S. House Committee Leaders Push Administration on Chinese IoT Company Quectel
The two leaders of a key U.S. House Committee dealing with China issues are pressing the administration for action against Chinese company Quectel Wireless Solutions, citing national security concerns.
U.S. Senator Pushes for Restrictions on Chinese Garlic Imports
Last week, Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) proposed a Section 232 investigation that could lead to additional import restrictions on Chinese garlic for "security" reasons, and also proposed or put forward legislation to restrict or ban Chinese garlic and seafood imports.
Canadian Parliament Considers Investment Review Legislation Amendments
As the Canadian Parliament debates an amended version of its investment screening legislation, concerns about Chinese investment have been prominent, especially from the Conservative opposition.
