China said on Friday it would take "all necessary measures" in response to the United States announcing it was considering restrictions on commercial Chinese drones for national security reasons.

Russell Hedrick, a North Carolina farmer, flies drones to spray fertilizers on his corn, soybean and wheat fields at a fraction of what

Lawmakers in Washington are seeking to ban new sales of drones from two dominant Chinese manufacturers, arguing they could be used to spy on Americans and that the low-cost models are hurting the U.S. drone industry.

The U.S. Commerce Department said on Thursday it is considering new rules that would impose restrictions on Chinese drones that would restrict or ban them in the United States citing national security concerns.

It was the role of drones in everyday life that drove Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., to get Congress to restrict the purchase of Chinese drones by federal agencies. Those restrictions were included in a bill that Democratic President Joe Biden signed last year.

The U.S. government is thinking about banning Chinese drones because they might pose a risk to national security. Drone is a small flying machine used for many purposes, like taking pictures, delivering packages,

The relationship between the United States and China has long been defined by competition and mistrust. In recent years, disputes over trade, technology, and national security have only intensified, with both sides seeking to protect their interests while accusing the other of unfair practices.

Beijing has threatened to take "all necessary measures" in response to an effort by the Department of Commerce to regulate or even ban Chinese drones in the US.

The U.S. government is considering a major step to restrict China’s involvement in the supply chain for drones, citing national security concerns. This move is part of a broader effort to reduce reliance on China for critical technology and further decouple the two economic giants in the technology and trade sectors.