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China adds seven EU entities to export control list

The ministry said export operators were prohibited from supplying dual-use items to the affected entities.

• April 24, 2026
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China’s Ministry of Commerce on Friday announced the addition of seven European Union entities to its export control list to safeguard national security and uphold international non-proliferation obligations.

The ministry said export operators were prohibited from supplying dual-use items to the affected entities.

Those listed include FN Herstal, Fabrique Nationale de Herstal; OMNIPOL a.s.; HENSOLDT AG; EXCALIBUR ARMY spol. s.r.o.; SPACEKNOW INC., odstepny zavod s.r.o.; and VZLU AEROSPACE a.s., as well as FN Browning.

It added that overseas organisations and individuals are also barred from transferring or providing dual-use items originating from China to the listed entities.

According to the ministry, any ongoing related activities must be halted immediately.

(Xinhua/NAN)

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