DJI Sues US Defense Department Over Military Company Designation

The drone maker challenges its inclusion on the Pentagon's list, claiming it has no ties to the Chinese military and faces significant business repercussions.

DJI, the world's largest drone manufacturer, filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Defense to remove its designation as a 'Chinese military company.'
The company argues that the designation is erroneous and has caused financial and reputational harm, including lost business deals and contract bans with federal agencies.
DJI claims it has been attempting to engage with the DoD for over 16 months without success, leading to the decision to seek judicial relief.
The Pentagon's list is part of broader US efforts to limit reliance on Chinese technology due to national security concerns, though DJI insists it operates independently of China's military.
The lawsuit highlights ongoing tensions between US regulatory bodies and Chinese firms, with potential implications for US-China relations and the global drone industry.

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