US blacklists major Chinese firms over alleged military links The US Department of War has added 188 Chinese companies, including Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD, to a blacklist for allegedly aiding Beijing’s military through its ‘military-civil fusion’ strategy. China vehemently opposes the move, accusing the US of unwarranted suppression and overstretching national security. Several targeted firms, such as Alibaba and Baidu, have rejected the designations, asserting they are not military companies and are considering legal action.

• The US Department of War added 188 Chinese companies, including Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD, to a blacklist.
• These companies are accused of aiding Beijing’s military under its ‘military-civil fusion’ strategy.
• The designation prohibits listed firms from future US defense contracts and warns investors.
• China condemned the move as ‘unwarranted suppression’ and pledged to protect its companies.
• Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD denied the accusations and stated they are not military companies.
• The updated list follows a meeting between US President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping aimed at managing tensions.