Chinese Investment in U.S. Raises National Security Issues
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🉐 Chinese Foreign Direct Investment Raises National Security Concerns in the U.S. Elly Rostoum’s keynote at LABScon 2024 highlights the complexities of Chinese foreign direct investment (FDI) and its implications for American national security. While Chinese FDI has fueled technological advancements and reshaped global trade, Rostoum emphasizes that the real risks lie in the intricate ownership structures of Chinese firms, which often disguise their true affiliations through subsidiaries and private equity. This obfuscation allows them to bypass U.S. national security reviews, posing a significant challenge as seemingly American businesses may ultimately be controlled by Chinese investment entities. Rostoum’s insights call for a deeper understanding of these dynamics to address potential vulnerabilities effectively.
