Did the Ukraine war spark China’s quiet ban on most civilian drone flights in cities?
China has imposed stricter nationwide regulations on civilian drone flights in urban areas, notably over Shanghai's Huangpu River, allegedly influenced by security concerns heightened by the Ukraine conflict. The increased restrictions reflect a shift in policy aiming to limit commercial drone usage in key city regions.
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