( October 19, 2026, 09:00 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Chinese exporters of certain drones, components and related technologies will face revised export controls from Nov. 18, under a joint announcement issued Monday by the Ministry of Commerce, the General Administration of Customs and the Central Military Commission's Equipment Development Department. The measures require export licenses for specified unmanned aircraft, including those capable of flying beyond visual line of sight, certain engines, communication equipment, motors, propellers and flight-control technologies. Authorities also allow simplified procedures for eligible exporters. China's dual-use export control list will be updated accordingly.Statement follows (in Chinese)....
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