A top U.S. official has urged Ford to sever its business partnerships with Chinese companies, arguing that such collaborations pose risks to national security. The automaker has strongly rejected the demand, calling the proposal misguided and questioning its potential economic and operational consequences. The dispute highlights growing tensions between American policymakers and corporations over supply chain dependencies and foreign investments. Ford insists its existing relationships are essential to its global manufacturing strategy and innovation efforts.
Transportation secretary wants Ford to cut Chinese ties, company says it's 'wrongheaded' WPBN
