US-China Relations News & Analysis

US FCC plans ban on Chinese labs testing electronics

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is set to vote on a proposal to ban all Chinese laboratories from testing electronics meant for U.S. markets. This decision is part of an ongoing effort to address security concerns about Chinese technology. The vote is scheduled for next month, and if passed, it will affect all electronics tested in Chinese labs before entering the U.S. market. This move indicates a significant step in the U.S. government's approach to securing its tech infrastructure against foreign influence, following previous restrictions on Chinese telecommunications companies like Huawei and ZTE.