US Treasury proposes a rule to crack down on high - tech investments in China , other adversaries

The U.S. Treasury Department has proposed a new rule to restrict American outbound investments in high-tech sectors involving adversaries such as China, Russia, North Korea, and other designated countries of concern. Announced on Thursday, the measure expands existing limitations within the Outbound Investment Security Program.

The proposed regulations specifically target sensitive technologies including artificial intelligence and hypersonic systems. The initiative aims to address national security risks associated with the flow of U.S. capital and expertise to rival nations.