Trump Imposes Stricter Controls on Chinese Investments in Key Sectors

US President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum tightening restrictions on Chinese investments in strategic sectors such as technology, critical infrastructure, healthcare, and energy. The move aims to safeguard US national security while maintaining a favorable investment environment.

The White House stated that the measure is designed to prevent “foreign adversaries,” particularly China, from leveraging US capital to enhance its military, intelligence, and security operations. The memorandum directs the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to enforce stricter scrutiny on Chinese investments in critical sectors. CFIUS is a federal panel that evaluates the national security implications of foreign investments.

“President Trump is fulfilling his commitment to protect the United States from foreign adversaries who seek to exploit our economy and security,” the White House said in a statement.

The order follows Trump’s decision earlier this month to impose an additional 10% tariff on all Chinese imports, citing Beijing’s alleged involvement in the illicit fentanyl trade. China has denied these accusations.

Despite rising trade tensions between the world’s two largest economies, Trump hinted on Wednesday that a trade agreement with China remains “possible.”