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China welcomes US pause on export-control 'affiliates rule,' seeks further talks

( November 12, 2025, 03:46 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China has welcomed the US decision to suspend for a year an export-control measure known as the “affiliates rule,” saying both sides will continue talks on future arrangements, according to the Ministry of Commerce. The suspension, effective Monday through Nov. 9, 2026, means companies majority-owned by those already on the US Entity List won’t face the same restrictions during that period. The ministry said Beijing is ready to work with Washington on the basis of mutual respect and equal consultation to manage differences and create conditions for stable supply chains and mutually beneficial business cooperation.The statement follows:...

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