At a recent press conference, a spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry sharply criticized the U.S. decision to add dozens of Chinese entities to its export restrictions list. The move was described as a typical act of hegemony, with spokesperson Guo Jiakun emphasizing that the U.S. is misusing export control tools under the guise of national security and foreign policy.
Guo Jiakun contended that this action amounts to an illegal unilateral sanction that undermines international law, disrupts global industrial and supply chains, and harms the legitimate rights of Chinese businesses. He urged Washington to stop politicizing economic, trade, and technological issues, and to cease its arbitrary use of sanctions lists to suppress Chinese enterprises.
China firmly opposes these measures and has vowed to take necessary actions to defend its interests. As global trade networks face significant uncertainties, this stance has ignited discussions among young global citizens, tech enthusiasts, and changemakers about balancing national security with free and fair international trade.
The debate underscores the challenges of navigating a complex global economy, where protectionist measures stress the need for transparent, balanced policies that foster cooperation and innovation across borders.
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