China adds 3 U.S. entities to export control list

(ECNS) -- China announced on Thursday the decision to add three U.S. entities to its export control list, according to the Ministry of Commerce (MOC).

The three entities are Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc., Planate Management Group, and Global Dimensions LLC.

Such a decision was made in accordance with the law, including the country's export control law and the export control regulation for dual-use items, in order to safeguard national security and interests and to fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation, according to a statement issued by the ministry.

Based on the decision, exports of dual-use items to these three companies are prohibited, and all related ongoing export activities must cease at once. In exceptional cases where exports are deemed necessary, exporters must apply to the ministry for approval, per the statement.

(By Zhang Dongfang)