BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 6. China will tighten export control on dual-use items destined for Japan starting January 6, Trend reports, citing the country's Ministry of Commerce.
Under the newly implemented measures, China will prohibit the export of all dual-use goods, technologies, and services to Japanese military entities, for military applications, or for any use that could potentially bolster Japan’s military capabilities. The Ministry further emphasized that any organizations or individuals, regardless of their location, found to be transferring or supplying China-origin dual-use items to Japan in violation of these regulations will be held legally accountable.
This decision aligns with China’s existing laws and regulations aimed at safeguarding national security and state interests, while also fulfilling its international obligations, including commitments related to non-proliferation, as highlighted by the Ministry.
A spokesperson for the Ministry clarified that the move is a response to recent comments made by Japan’s leadership concerning China’s Taiwan region, which were described as inaccurate and suggestive of possible military involvement in the Taiwan Strait. The spokesperson stated that such remarks interfere with China’s internal affairs and represent a serious violation of the one-China principle.
Dual-use items are generally defined as products and technologies that have both civilian and military applications, including those that may contribute to the development or enhancement of military capabilities.