Beijing, China — China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOC) announced on Thursday that it will impose export controls on certain aviation and aerospace equipment starting July 1. The move, jointly issued with the General Administration of Customs and the Equipment Development Department of the Central Military Commission, aims to safeguard national security and fulfill international obligations related to non-proliferation.
The export controls will affect equipment, software, and technologies related to aviation and aerospace structural parts and engine manufacturing. This includes technologies for gas turbine engines, helmet visors of spacesuits, and ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber.
“It is an international practice to implement export controls on specific molds, special fiber materials, and other related items,” a spokesperson for the MOC stated in an online response to media queries. The spokesperson emphasized that the policies are not targeted at any specific country or region, and exports complying with relevant regulations will be approved.
The Chinese government underscored its commitment to protecting world peace and the stability of neighboring areas. “We safeguard the security of global industrial and supply chains and facilitate the development of trade conforming to relevant regulations,” the statement read.
However, the government also voiced opposition to any country or region using controlled items from China to engage in activities undermining China’s national sovereignty, security, and development. “We firmly oppose such actions and will take necessary measures to protect our national interests,” the MOC spokesperson added.
The implementation of these export controls reflects China’s growing emphasis on security within strategic industries and aligns with global trends of regulating sensitive technologies.
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