The Future Is Being Delivered by Chinese Drones

Washington needs to move quickly if it hopes to compete in this critical industry.

A quadcopter drone hovers against a cloudy gray sky above a muddy road crowded with emergency responders and vehicles. A sack hangs from a rope tied to the drone. Emergency workers in bright orange uniforms and hats look up to watch the drone as it moves. August 25, 2025, 5:00 AM Comment icon View Comments ( )

Last month, China hosted its first International Advanced Air Mobility Expo, showcasing its ambitions to dominate what Beijing calls the “ low-altitude economy ,” a fast-growing sector in the airspace below 3,000 meters (about 9,840 feet) that includes drone deliveries, electric air taxis, and other uncrewed aerial services. The event featu

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