Germany’s military will no longer use Chinese-made drones amid mounting concern among Western militaries that they could pose a security risk and be used to transmit sensitive information to Beijing.

Axar.az informs, citing Reuters, drones from Chinese manufacturers had previously been permitted as a cost-effective option for target practice and training purposes, a defense ministry spokesperson said. They will now be replaced with European products.

“To strengthen the Bundeswehr’s self-sufficiency and technological sovereignty, Chinese-made models will no longer be used,” the spokesperson said in an emailed statement.