China Expands Export Controls on Drones, Heavy Machinery, and Dredger Components
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China's Ministry of Commerce announced on October 19 that it would expand export controls on drones, restricting sales of certain heavy machinery to "sensitive countries," with the controls taking effect on November 18. The controlled drones include models with a range exceeding 300 kilometers and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capabilities. Their engines, operating systems, and manufacturing technologies are also included in the controls. Additionally, certain tunnel boring machines, walking excavators, high-altitude concrete sprayers, and key components of dredgers are covered. The rules take effect immediately and apply to cross-border e-commerce, mail, and passenger luggage. Exporters must submit required documents such as contracts and receipts within 7 working days.
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- ZeroHedgeChina Imposes Export Restrictions on Drones and Heavy Machinery
China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on October 19 that it is expanding drone export controls and restricting sales of certain heavy machinery to “sensitive countries,” effective November 18. The restricted drones include models with ranges exceeding 300 kilometers and beyond visual range (BVR) capabilities, along with their engines, operating systems, and manufacturing technology. Controls also cover key components of certain tunnel-boring machines, walking excavators, high-altitude concrete sprayers, and dredgers.
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