From December 1, the authorities are introducing a new export control system, where the sale of drones will be possible only after obtaining a license from the government.
The PRC plans to limit supplies to other countries, particularly Russia, of military products, including drones. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced this on October 24.
Today, the BRICS summit ended in Kazan (Russia), where Russian dictator Vladimir Putin held negotiations with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
In a special press conference, the official representative of the Chinese Ministry of Trade, He Yandong, recalled that from December 1, the authorities will introduce a new export control system, where the sale of drones is possible only after get a license. from the government.
According to him, since the start of the war between the Russian Federation and Ukraine, “China has introduced measures to control drones many times and has clearly stated that civilian drones should not be used illegally for military purpose,” CNBC reported.
The official added that Chinese authorities intend to strengthen the practice of issuing licenses, as well as strengthen inspections to prevent “illegal exports.” Under the new rules, exporters will have to disclose the final recipients of UAVs or their parts.
According to the United States, China provides Russia with engines and components for the production of attack drones Harpywhich continues from 2023. In October, the US Treasury imposed sanctions against two Chinese companies participating in the project.
Let’s remember that, according to US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell, China is giving Russia “very significant” help to strengthen the Kremlin’s military machine in exchange for secret Russian military technologies of submarines and missiles.
Source: korrespondent
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