I think it's very important to appreciate the fact that countries that we believe are our friends, that we then sell equipment to, who subsequently--and are told that they're not supposed to share the technology with persons, other countries that we are not friends with, and then subsequently, that is violated, there isn't a whole lot we do about it.
Speier emphasizes the risks of technology transfer to allied countries.
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