Heads-up, techies! Following the China-U.S. economic and trade talks in Kuala Lumpur, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce has some news: starting November 10, 2025, it’s easing export controls on 15 U.S. entities. Meanwhile, restrictions on another 16 will stay paused for a year.
Here’s the lowdown:
- Announcements No.13 & No.21: Issued in March & April 2025, they added 31 U.S. entities to the export control list (banned from receiving dual-use items—products that can serve civilian and military purposes).
- What’s changing: As of Nov 10, measures on the 15 entities from Announcement No.13 are lifted 🎉. The 16 listed in No.21 remain paused until Nov 2026.
- Next steps for exporters: Want to ship dual-use items to these companies? Submit your application to the ministry, and they’ll review it per standard regulations.
Why it matters: Dual-use items include advanced chips and specialized machinery—key components in your smartphones, laptops, and even green-tech gadgets. Easing controls could mean smoother supply chains and more innovation in tech hubs from Bangalore to Jakarta 🌏✨.
Keep an eye on November 10—this could impact gadget production, R&D collaborations, and the global tech landscape. Stay tuned for more updates! 🚀
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China to adjust export control measures on some U.S. entities
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