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U.S. Excludes China from Undersea Cable Regulations for Security

8/25/2025

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The U.S. government is revising undersea telecommunications cable regulations, excluding Chinese firms for national security reasons.
New FCC rules aim to protect data flows and expedite approvals for allied partners while improving security reviews.
This change addresses concerns over espionage and sabotage linked to suspected cable tampering incidents.
Analysts suggest this exclusion may alter global supply chains and encourage China to create alternative networks.
Critics argue these measures could isolate the U.S. and impede collaborative technological innovation.

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The U.S. government is revising undersea telecommunications cable regulations, excluding Chinese firms for national security reasons.
New FCC rules aim to protect data flows and expedite approvals for allied partners while improving security reviews.
This change addresses concerns over espionage and sabotage linked to suspected cable tampering incidents.
Analysts suggest this exclusion may alter global supply chains and encourage China to create alternative networks.
Critics argue these measures could isolate the U.S. and impede collaborative technological innovation.