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China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) said on Thursday that it is soliciting public feedback on proposed adjustments to a catalogue of technologies that are subject to export bans or restrictions, with battery cathode material preparation technology included, and the adjustment does not target any specific industry or country.

He Yadong, the spokesperson of MOFCOM, stated that the adjustments are being conducted in compliance with the Foreign Trade Law and Regulations on the Import and Export Control of Technologies. These revisions, aimed at aligning with technological advancements and promoting technology trade, are currently open for public comment and input from all sectors is encouraged.

This move represents a routine update reflecting technological progress and evolving trade dynamics and is not aimed at any specific industry or country. Feedback gathered will help refine and improve the catalogue, according to He.

On January 2, the MOFCOM announced the inclusion of 28 US entities on the export control list, barring exports of dual-use items to the listed companies. The ministry also announced the addition of 10 US entities to the unreliable entities list over their arms sales to the island of Taiwan.

In a statement, MOFCOM said that in line with relevant Chinese laws and regulations and to safeguard China's national security and interests and fulfill non-proliferation and other international obligations, it has decided to impose export control measures on the 28 US entities, including General Dynamics, Boeing Defense, Space & Security and Lockheed Martin Corp.

Following the move, exports of dual-use items to these 28 US entities were prohibited and any such ongoing export activities related to these entities must be immediately halted, according to the statement. In special circumstances where exports are deemed necessary, exporters must apply for permission from the MOFCOM.

A decree of the State Council that unveiled regulations on export control of dual-use items took effect on December 1, 2024, according to the Xinhua News Agency.

Upholding a holistic approach to national security, the regulations, consisting of six chapters and 50 articles, were formulated to maintain international peace, coordinate high-quality development with high-level security, and improve the export control capabilities of dual-use items, according to Xinhua.

Global Times