
United States officials have criticised Ford Motor Company over its partnerships with Chinese firms CATL, Geely, and BYD, citing security risks, according to Al Jazeera. The warning comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Beijing over trade and technology. Ford's collaborations with the Chinese companies, which include battery and automotive ventures, have drawn scrutiny as US authorities grow increasingly wary of Chinese involvement in critical industries.
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