China's Military Grade Shopping Spree Hits a Roadblock The indictment of Chen Dingwei, a 29 year old Chinese national, has shed light on Beijing's willingness to acquire advanced military technology from the United States.
Chen attempted to purchase US made satellite modems and radios, potentially exposing the web of illicit transactions driving China's quest for military supremacy.
Chen's case raises questions about the efficacy of US arms export controls, designed to prevent sensitive technologies from falling into hostile hands.