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US adds BYD and Alibaba to list of firms linked to Chinese military ties

United States Department of Defense has included BYD and Alibaba on its list of more than 80 companies believed to have ties to Chinese military. This move is intended to warn American businesses about possible risks, but being added to the list doesn’t automatically prohibit these companies from conducting operations.

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Jun 9, 2026 · 1 min read · 7 views
US adds BYD and Alibaba to list of firms linked to Chinese military ties

Key Takeaways

  • •The Pentagon's Section 1260H now includes over 80 companies allegedly linked to the Chinese military, including BYD and Alibaba.
  • •Alibaba's spokesperson stated, 'We are neither a military entity nor part of any military-civil fusion strategy.'
  • •The Chinese embassy labeled the Pentagon's list as 'discriminatory' and defended Chinese firms' compliance with local laws.
  • •Other notable companies on the list include Baidu, Nio, and Comac, alongside Tencent and Huawei.
  • •This expansion of the list comes amid rising U.S.-China tensions, impacting American firms' partnership decisions.

United States has expanded its list of companies tied to Chinese military,adding names like BYD,electric vehicle maker,and Alibaba,tech giant . Move by Department of Defense aims to alert U.S. businesses to risks with these firms . But being on list doesn't mean instant operational ban.

Pentagon's Section 1260H list now flags over 80 companies allegedly aiding Chinese military while offering commercial services. Alibaba and BYD are labeled as part of China's military-civil integration. An Alibaba spokesperson hit back,saying the company isn't military-linked and will fight any false claims legally .

Chinese embassy in U.S. slammed list as "discriminatory," arguing Chinese firms follow local laws. Other names on Pentagon's list include Baidu,Nio,and Comac,alongside earlier additions like Tencent,Huawei,DJI,and CATL.

With U.S.-China tensions rising,what this list means for American businesses eyeing partnerships with these companies is unclear . Reflects bigger issues of national security and economic competition…

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