China responds to US chip sanctions with export bans

On Tuesday, China announced a ban on exporting critical high-tech materials, such as gallium, germanium, and antimony, to the United States, citing concerns over their potential military uses, News.az reports citing Deutsche Welle.

The Chinese Commerce Ministry made the declaration a day after Washington's latest crackdown on Beijing's chip sector.

Citing "national security" concerns, the ban on so-called dual-use items with both military and civilian use comes in with immediate effect. The prohibition also requires stricter review of end-usage for graphite items shipped to the United States.

"In principle, the export of gallium, germanium, antimony, and superhard materials to the United States shall not be permitted," the ministry said.

News.Az