Trump Administration Imposes 100% Tariffs on Imported Drones

President Donald Trump announced 100% tariffs on imported unmanned drones weighing over 25 kilograms that feature national security capabilities like thermal cameras.

The new duties, aimed at reducing reliance on Chinese-dominated supply chains, are scheduled to take effect on September 3, 2026.

The U.S. government previously blacklisted humanoid and quadruped robots in late July 2026, citing critical national security risks posed by Chinese-manufactured technology.