Biden Orders Chinese Crypto Firm to Exit Near Missile Base Over Security Concerns

May 14, 2024
Biden Orders Chinese Crypto Firm to Exit Near Missile Base Over Security Concerns
  • President Joe Biden has ordered Chinese-backed MineOne Partners Ltd. to divest property near a Wyoming nuclear missile base, citing national security risks.

  • The firm is also required to remove certain equipment from the site, potentially linked to surveillance and espionage concerns.

  • The order was made in conjunction with the U.S. Committee on Foreign Investment (CFIUS), which reviews foreign investments for security implications.

  • The Treasury Department, led by Secretary Janet Yellen, underscores the importance of protecting sensitive military installations from foreign investment threats.

  • MineOne must comply with the divestment and removal of equipment within set deadlines of 120 and 90 days, respectively.

  • This measure reflects broader U.S. strategic postures, including forthcoming tariffs on Chinese imports and political emphasis on a tough stance against China amid rising tensions.

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