Sanction warning from China to the USA: We reserve the right to take necessary measures
Quick Look
China's Ministry of Commerce criticized the sanctions imposed by the United States against Chinese companies, stating that these steps harm bilateral relations and that China reserves the right to take necessary measures to protect its legitimate rights.
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Why It Matters
On November 5, the USA decided to impose sanctions on two Chinese companies on the grounds that they supplied military materials to Cuba.
In the statement made by the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, it was stated that the USA has recently increased its pressure and sanctions against the country and introduced many discriminatory restrictions, which harmed the rights and interests of Chinese companies.
The statement pointed out that this attitude was contrary to the agreement reached by the leaders of the two countries and damaged the stability of China-US economic and commercial relations, and called on the US side to correct this mistake as soon as possible.
In the statement, it was noted that China reserves the right to take necessary measures to protect its legitimate rights and interests.
On November 5, the US State Department announced that it had decided to impose sanctions on China National Electronics Import and Export Company (CEIEC) and Beijing H&C Technologies on the grounds that they provided military equipment to Cuba's arms supply company Sociedad Mercantil Duna.
In its statement on the issue, China's Embassy in Washington stated that they oppose illegal unilateral sanctions that have no basis in international law and are not authorized by the United Nations Security Council.
Open Questions
- What will be the 'necessary measures' that China will take?
- Will US sanctions extend to other companies?
