Chinese authorities reportedly hold F-35 components in Hong Kong

Bloomberg reports that a UPS shipment carrying an F-35 cockpit canopy and weapons bay door from Australia to the U.S. was diverted to Hong Kong in late May. Both parts were coated with radar-absorbing material; Australia's defense minister said Canberra is assisting the investigation.

• UPS shipped an F-35 cockpit canopy and weapons bay door from Australia to the U.S.
• The cargo was diverted to Hong Kong in late May for unknown reasons
• Both parts were coated with radar-absorbing material for stealth
• Australia's defense minister said no sensitive parts were in the shipment