China Unscripted How NOT to Deal With China
Feb 4, 2026
Dennis Molinaro, author and commentator on China-Canada relations and national security. He critiques a premature EV trade framework with China. He highlights surveillance and data risks in Chinese EV tech. He warns about supply-chain integration and cross-border access concerns. He questions the lack of public security guidance and political motives behind seeking deals with China.
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Premature Trade With China Is Risky
- Dennis Molinaro warns that Canada’s rush into a trade deal with China is premature given recent PRC interference and sanctions history.
- He argues allowing Chinese EVs into North America could be a disastrous strategic mistake with long-term risks.
EVs As Data-Collection Vectors
- Molinaro highlights that Chinese EVs carry sensors, GPS and phone integrations that collect data which will flow back to China.
- He frames that data pipeline as a clear national security and surveillance risk for Canada and North America.
Use Ally Precautions As Policy Models
- Follow precedents set by allies: ban or restrict Chinese EVs at sensitive government and military sites.
- Use rules like not plugging phones in and parking away from critical facilities to reduce risk.
