The final text of the U.S. National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes a mandate for the Pentagon to eliminate reliance on China and other countries for electronic display technology by 2030.
Driving the news: The NDAA is an annual law funding the U.S. military and could be voted on by lawmakers as soon as this week, following a joint committee’s release of the final version.
The big picture: An amendment to the bill requires the Pentagon to assess its electronic display technology needs through 2040, covering devices from handheld electronics to fighter jets.
- The military must develop and implement a strategy to end its dependence on display tech from China, Russia, and other foreign nations, with progress reports due to Congress in March 2027.
- If approved, the bill will still require the signature of President Donald Trump to become law.
Zoom out: The measure responds to national security concerns over China’s surge in the display industry, as companies like BOE gain market share and U.S. allies such as Japan and South Korea lose ground, which could threaten military access to display technology in crises.
