[Issuing Authority] Bureau of Safety and Control
[Document Number] Ministry of Commerce Announcement No. 1 of 2026
[Date of Issuance] January 6, 2026
In accordance with the relevant provisions of the Export Control Law of the People's Republic of China and other laws and regulations, in order to safeguard national security and interests and fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation, it has been decided to strengthen export controls on dual-use items to Japan. The relevant matters are hereby announced as follows:
The export of all dual-use items to Japanese military users, for military purposes, and for any other end-user purposes that contribute to enhancing Japan's military strength is prohibited.
Any organization or individual from any country or region that violates the above provisions by transferring or providing relevant dual-use items originating from the People's Republic of China to organizations or individuals in Japan will be held legally liable.
This announcement shall take effect from the date of its promulgation.
Ministry of Commerce
January 6, 2026