Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has announced the inclusion of six U.S. companies in the unreliable entity list due to their involvement in activities that harm China's national sovereignty, security, and development interests, particularly related to arms sales to Taiwan [1][3]. Group 1 - The six companies listed are Shield AI, Sierra Nevada Corporation, Cyberlux Corporation, Edge Autonomy Operations LLC, Group W, and Hudson Technologies [1]. - The measures taken against these companies include a ban on engaging in import and export activities related to China and a prohibition on new investments within China [1]. - The announcement is set to take effect on April 10, 2025, at 12:01 PM [2]. Group 2 - The Ministry of Commerce emphasized that the decision is based on laws such as the Foreign Trade Law, National Security Law, and Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law, and is aimed at holding these companies accountable for their actions [3]. - The Chinese government reassured that it welcomes law-abiding foreign enterprises to invest in China and aims to provide a stable, fair, and predictable business environment for compliant foreign companies [3].

Group 1 - The Chinese government has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. in the WTO regarding the imposition of "reciprocal tariffs," claiming it violates WTO rules and undermines the multilateral trade system [2] - The Chinese government has added 11 U.S. companies to the "unreliable entity list" due to their military technology cooperation with Taiwan, which is seen as a threat to China's national security [3] - A total of 16 U.S. entities have been placed on an export control list to protect national security and fulfill international obligations, prohibiting the export of dual-use items to these entities [4] Group 2 - The Chinese government has implemented export controls on seven categories of medium and heavy rare earth materials, citing the need to safeguard national security and fulfill international obligations [5][6] - The Ministry of Commerce has initiated an industry competitiveness investigation into imported medical CT tubes, responding to domestic industry requests due to the adverse impact of imports on local production [7]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government has announced retaliatory measures against the U.S. for imposing "reciprocal tariffs" on Chinese goods, including a 34% tariff on all imports from the U.S. and various export controls on U.S. entities [1][2][9]. Tariff Measures - Starting from April 10, 2025, a 34% additional tariff will be imposed on all imports from the U.S. on top of the existing tariff rates [2][3]. - Existing tax exemption policies remain unchanged, and the new tariffs will not be waived [3]. Export Control Measures - The Chinese government has placed 16 U.S. entities on an export control list, prohibiting the export of dual-use items to these entities due to potential threats to national security [5][6]. - Export controls have been implemented on seven categories of rare earth materials, including samarium, gadolinium, and dysprosium, to safeguard national interests [7][8]. Legal and Regulatory Actions - China has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) against the U.S. for its "reciprocal tariffs," arguing that such actions violate international trade rules and harm the multilateral trade system [9]. - The Ministry of Commerce has initiated an investigation into the competitiveness of the domestic medical CT tube industry, responding to concerns about the impact of imports on local production [15][16]. Suspension of Import Qualifications - The General Administration of Customs has suspended the import qualifications of six U.S. companies due to health and safety concerns related to their products, including sorghum and poultry [10][11][13].

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has announced the inclusion of 15 American entities in an export control list, aimed at safeguarding national security and fulfilling international obligations regarding non-proliferation [2][3][5]. Export Control Measures - The Ministry of Commerce has prohibited the export of dual-use items to the 15 listed American entities, and any ongoing export activities must be halted immediately [3][5]. - In special circumstances where export is necessary, exporters must apply to the Ministry of Commerce for permission [4]. Unreliable Entity List - The Ministry has also placed 10 American companies on an unreliable entity list due to their involvement in arms sales to Taiwan, which is seen as a violation of China's sovereignty and security interests [8]. - The Chinese government emphasizes that it handles the unreliable entity list cautiously and only targets a small number of foreign entities that threaten national security [8]. Trade Disputes and Tariffs - In response to the U.S. imposing an additional 10% tariff on Chinese products, China has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO), asserting that such unilateral measures violate WTO rules and undermine Sino-U.S. trade relations [9][10]. - The Chinese government has announced that starting from March 10, 2025, tariffs will be increased on certain imported goods from the U.S., including a 15% tariff on chicken, wheat, corn, and cotton, and a 10% tariff on sorghum, soybeans, pork, beef, seafood, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products [11].