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- 1Pentagon Probes Diversion of F-35 Parts to Hong Kong●Pentagon Investigating How F-35 Fighter Jet Parts Bound for US Were Diverted
The Pentagon has opened an investigation into how F-35 fighter jet components that were supposed to be shipped to the United States were instead diverted to Hong Kong. The case raises questions about supply-chain security and export controls surrounding the stealth fighter program, one of the most sensitive US defense projects, and comes amid heightened scrutiny of technology transfers and logistics routes involving China.
- 2US investigates diversion of F-35 parts to Hong Kong●US investigates after F-35 parts diverted to Hong Kong
US authorities have opened an investigation after components for the F-35 fighter jet were diverted to Hong Kong instead of their intended destination. The case has drawn attention in Congress because of concerns that sensitive American military technology could end up accessible to China, given Hong Kong's status under Chinese control. Lawmakers are pushing for answers on how the shipment was allowed to occur and what safeguards failed.