> Another is vendor lock-in, if you end up depending on specifics of the model that make it harder to swap later.

Wouldn't that 'concern' apply to mistral too. I don't see how the word 'another' can be used here?

It goes for all models though if you are looking at the values argument that original commenter made -- western values are probably more aligned than authoritarian governments - even if you do have your concerns about western companies. At least thats my read on the situation.