5 things to watch out for in 2027 US defence bill aimed at countering China

The 2027 US defence bill, covering more than US$1 trillion in proposed defence spending, will be one of the most closely watched pieces of legislation when Congress returns after the midterm elections, with efforts to counter China running through nearly every corner of the text.Whatever happens to the bill, competition with China looms large across the legislation. Provisions targeting “foreign adversaries” and “entities of concern” would curb Pentagon purchases of Chinese-made technology and materials, while restricting the use of defence funds to buy certain used foreign-built vessels.