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Video. US slaps 100% tariffs on drones to counter Chinese dominance

Updated: 03/09/2026 - 8:07 GMT+2

New US tariffs of up to 100% on drones and parts took effect on Thursday as Washington moves to cut its reliance on Chinese suppliers, led by DJI.

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