As US expands ‘ban list’ for Chinese firms, Beijing warns against retaliation

China has strongly protested the US decision to blacklist prominent tech and auto firms, including Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD, accusing them of aiding the Chinese military.

Beijing warns of resolute retaliation if its companies face unfair global treatment.

The US Pentagon's move, effective 2027, prohibits contracting with these entities, impacting a wide range of sectors from AI to green energy. ...