Why electric cars and robot makers are being linked to China’s military

June 10, 2026

Newsweek: At the center of U.S. concerns is China’s policy of civil-military fusion, a Chinese Communist Party doctrine that blurs the line between civilian and military industries. U.S. officials argue that Chinese firms can be compelled to provide data, technology and other support to the government upon request, raising concerns about their role in advancing China’s military capabilities…