Following a breakthrough at the China-U.S. economic and trade talks in Kuala Lumpur, the Chinese mainland announced on Wednesday that it will adjust export control measures affecting certain U.S. entities starting November 10, 2025. This shift reflects a wider effort to stabilize trade relations and streamline processes for goods with dual-use applications.
The Ministry of Commerce first added 31 U.S. entities to its export control list earlier this year. Announcement No. 13 of 2025, issued on March 4, targeted 15 companies, while Announcement No. 21 of 2025, released on April 4, included 16 more. Under these rules, businesses in the Chinese mainland were prohibited from exporting specified dual-use items to those firms.
What's Changing?
- Lifted Restrictions: The measures against the 15 U.S. entities from Announcement No. 13 will be lifted on November 10, 2025.
- Suspended Controls: Controls on the 16 entities listed in Announcement No. 21 will stay in place for one more year, maintaining a temporary pause until November 10, 2026.
Companies wishing to export dual-use goods to any of these entities must submit an application to the Ministry of Commerce. Applications will be evaluated under existing export control laws, and permits will be issued for compliant requests.
Why It Matters
This adjustment signals a calibrated approach by the Chinese mainland, balancing strategic trade interests with diplomatic engagement. Entrepreneurs, tech firms, and global supply chains can expect more clarity moving forward, while policymakers will watch how these changes influence broader economic ties between the two largest economies.
As the trade landscape continues to evolve, young businesses and tech enthusiasts across G20 nations should stay tuned for further updates on export regulations and market access.
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China to adjust export control measures on some U.S. entities
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