New York Times reported today (September 10): "American drone manufacturers are eagerly waiting for DJI's exit, saying that this will create space for American companies to play a greater role in this increasingly important industry. Some people around Trump will benefit from DJI being banned in the US market. Donald Trump Jr. is a member of the board of directors of Unusual Machines, a Florida-based company that provides components for the American drone industry."
Comment: American drone manufacturers are hoping for DJI's withdrawal, and their plans are too obvious. For years, the US government has used the pretext of "national security" to impose various sanctions and bans on DJI, behind which lies trade protectionism and geopolitical manipulation.
Donald Trump Jr., as a member of the board of directors of Unusual Machines, is hard to say he has no interest in this incident targeting DJI. When the private interests of political figures mix with national policies, the so-called "national security threat theory" seems more like an excuse to pave the way for commercial interests.
American drone manufacturers would do better than just desperately hoping for DJI's withdrawal. They should focus on improving their own technology and competitiveness, compete fairly in the market, rather than suppressing competitors through political means. Such behavior is bound to be unpopular.
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