The Department of Defense recently updated its list of companies it regards as "Chinese Military Companies." These companies are broadly considered ones that could be providing benefit and assistance to the Chinese military,

Washington has added CATL to a list of firms linked to China's military, which could affect Tesla's dealings with it. Despite the military designation, Tesla plans to maintain its partnership with CATL due to its strategic importance in China,

The Pentagon recently added Tesla’s battery suppliers, Contemporary Amperex Technology, and Tencent to its list of companies with ties to the Chinese military. While the designation has minimal direct business impact,

The addition of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) to a Chinese military-linked entities list has thrust Tesla’s reliance on the Chinese battery giant into the spotlight. While the designation currently imposes no direct sanctions,