China Sanctions 13 U.S. Defense Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales

Beijing targets companies and executives after U.S. approves $385 million arms package for Taiwan, escalating tensions over the island's status.

China announced sanctions on 13 U.S. defense firms, including Shield AI, BRINC Drones, and Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems, in response to recent U.S. arms sales to Taiwan.
The sanctions include asset freezes and entry bans for six executives from companies such as Raytheon, BAE Systems, and United Technologies, though the measures are largely symbolic due to limited exposure in China.
The U.S. recently approved a $385 million arms package for Taiwan, including F-16 fighter jet parts and communications equipment, pending congressional approval.
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's recent tour of Pacific allies and stopovers in U.S. territories drew criticism from Beijing, which views such actions as interference in its internal affairs.
China reiterated its opposition to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, citing violations of the one-China principle and accusing Washington of supporting Taiwanese independence efforts.