Why is China banning drone sales in Beijing?

"China Cracks Down on Drones: Public Safety or Surveillance Crackdown? In a move that has sparked widespread concern among tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs, China has implemented stricter regulations on the use of drones. Citing public safety concerns, authorities have imposed new rules governing the operation, registration, and sale of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). But critics argue that the real motive behind the crackdown may be to exert greater control over the proliferation of drones, which have been increasingly used for surveillance and data collection. As China continues to expand its surveillance state, the implications of these new regulations are far-reaching, raising questions about the balance between innovation and security in the world's most populous nation."

The BBC's Laura Bicker looks into why China has tightened regulations on drones, with authorities citing public safety concerns.