Source: Fox News
Summary
The Pentagon has ordered 30 American universities to conduct audits of their financial and research ties to foreign entities, citing concerns over national security. The institutions must review their collaborations and assess any exposure of sensitive research. Failure to comply may result in loss of federal research funding. The audits target foreign entities identified under Section 1286 of the Fiscal Year 2019 National Defense Authorization Act.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The Pentagon’s order is the latest in a series of measures aimed at protecting national security. The audits will ensure that universities are not compromising sensitive research. The list of targeted foreign entities includes institutions in China, Russia, and Iran. The audits are a response to concerns over foreign exploitation of U.S. research investments.
The universities must report their findings by August 31. The Pentagon’s move is part of a broader effort to safeguard national security.
The audits are a familiar phase in the ongoing effort to protect national security.
The fact that the audits are necessary suggests that the risk of foreign exploitation is already assumed.
Author: Evan Null
