US-China tech/trade war escalation
China retaliates with drone export controls and entity bans ahead of Xi's September visit, following US FCC bans on Chinese drones and forced labor list additions. Escalation beyond chips into drones and certification rules. Beijing also sanctions UFLPA enforcers and launches national security probe, testing the truce. Trade talks continue under shadow of mutual sanctions.
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Updated Aug 6, 2026