The U.S. government has announced a ban on the import and sale of drones made by Chinese manufacturers such as DJI, citing national security threats. The decision follows concerns about surveillance and data misuse.
The ban, effective from August 1, will affect businesses, filmmakers, and even farmers who rely on drone technology for mapping and crop monitoring. American drone makers are expected to benefit.
In South Asia, where DJI drones are widely used in agriculture and disaster relief (including in Bangladesh and Nepal), local authorities are reviewing cybersecurity guidelines. The ban may prompt regional governments to reassess drone dependency.
