China has imposed export restrictions on seven European defense and aerospace companies, barring them from receiving 'dual-use' items—goods that can be used for both civilian and military purposes.
This move is in direct response to these firms' alleged involvement in arms sales or cooperation with Taiwan, which China considers a violation of its sovereignty. The affected companies, including several from Belgium and the Czech Republic, are now blacklisted from accessing Chinese-origin technology and materials. This marks the first time China has targeted EU firms with such export controls, escalating tensions amid ongoing disputes over Taiwan and broader EU-China relations.
The action also comes as the EU increases scrutiny and sanctions on Chinese entities linked to Russia.
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