cross-posted from: https://scribe.disroot.org/post/12416054

The German Armed Forces have banned the use of Chinese commercial drones at military facilities and training grounds.

According to Der Spiegel, citing its own sources and Germany’s Ministry of Defence, the decision was made over concerns about potential espionage.

The Bundeswehr has also restricted access to military facilities for certain models of Chinese cars due to the risk of espionage.

The ministry confirmed the decision, stating that the German military will no longer use Chinese-made drone models and that existing systems will be replaced with German or other European alternatives.

The move was prompted by concerns over the potential leakage of confidential information through Chinese-made equipment.

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