A top U.S. official has urged Ford to sever its business relationships with Chinese companies, arguing such partnerships pose risks to national security. The automaker has rejected the demand, calling the proposal misguided and questioning its potential economic and operational consequences. The exchange highlights growing tensions between American policymakers and corporations over supply chain dependencies on China. Ford insists its partnerships are essential for global production and innovation, setting the stage for a potential policy clash.
Transportation secretary wants Ford to cut Chinese ties, company says it's 'wrongheaded' WWMT
