Pentagon blacklist of Chinese firms likely agenda item for Trump-Xi summit
The once-obscure roster of companies accused by the Defense Department of helping China's military has emerged as a major irritant for Beijing.
The Pentagon's blacklist of Chinese corporations, now a key diplomatic tool, looms over President Donald Trump's upcoming summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This list, initially obscure, has become a significant concern for Beijing, as it targets some of China's most prominent companies. Known as 1260H, the list has ballooned to include nearly 200 firms, many of which are household names in China.
Recent updates added major players like Alibaba Group Holding and Baidu, as well as BYD, the world's largest manufacturer of electric vehicles. The list, mandated by Congress, has escalated tensions between the two nations, casting a shadow over high-level negotiations.
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