Pentagon Ends Chinese Coders' Access to Defense Systems

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Above: Pete Hegseth and President Donald Trump in the Oval Office at the White House on Aug. 25, 2025. Image copyright: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

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The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

These security measures are vital to protecting U.S. national interests from espionage, especially given China's 2017 law requiring corporate cooperation with its intelligence services. The Pentagon is correcting course, asking vendors to prioritize national security over profits to ensure the integrity of America's defense and intelligence infrastructure.

U.S. Department of Defense

Pro-China narrative

These restrictions, driven by growing anxiety over China's technological capabilities, disrupt U.S. businesses relying on affordable, high-quality Chinese services. Despite safeguards, the U.S. cites cybersecurity threats — without evidence — to justify limits that ultimately harm American companies and hinder international cooperation in the tech sector.

Global Times