Top Trump ally threatens retaliation over EU space tech law
Mar 20th 2026
A top US ally has threatened retaliation after the EU advanced a law targeting space technology supply chains, escalating transatlantic tensions as Europeans weigh dependency on American and Chinese tech.
- A leading US ally of former president Donald Trump warned of retaliatory measures after the EU moved forward with a law on space technology supply chains.
- EU officials say the measure is meant to reduce strategic dependence and protect European space assets.
- More than half of Europeans surveyed view reliance on US technology as a real and concrete risk.
- EU capitals acknowledge fully removing US technology is not realistic given current infrastructure and procurement.
- Chinese firms such as Huawei remain highly visible at telecom events, highlighting Europe’s reliance on non-EU suppliers despite regulatory pushback.
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