US Imposes 100% Drone Tariffs to Break China-Dominated Supply Chain

The United States began applying up to 100% tariffs on drones and certain parts to reduce reliance on Chinese suppliers, with the heaviest duties on larger drones and those with thermal imaging; smaller drones face a 25% levy, and some non-sensitive components will be taxed next year, as part of a push to bolster domestic manufacturing and national security against Chinese dominance.