The Pentagon has included Alibaba and BYD among several Chinese businesses designated as supporting the Chinese military. This classification restricts these companies from obtaining defense contracts in the United States.
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Pentagon designates Alibaba and BYD as companies supporting Chinese military
The Pentagon has officially classified Alibaba and BYD as companies aiding the Chinese military, which prohibits them from securing U.S. defense contracts. This decision is part of a broader list of Chinese military companies.
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Pentagon labels tech giant Alibaba and car maker BYD as aiding Chinese military
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Pentagon designates Alibaba and BYD as companies supporting Chinese military