China opposes US sanctions on firms over third-party allegations
Beijing has strongly condemned Washington's unilateral sanctions against two Chinese companies, reportedly the first such move linked to Cuba. The commerce ministry says the measures violate international law and urged the US to correct the mistake.
China's commerce ministry has voiced strong opposition to the latest US sanctions against two Chinese companies, calling the move a violation of international law and basic norms of international relations.
In a statement on 7 November, a commerce ministry spokesperson said Washington had imposed unilateral sanctions on Chinese firms on the grounds of alleged involvement with a third party. The spokesperson did not name the third party, but earlier media reports suggested the sanctions were linked to Cuba and marked the first time the US had penalised Chinese entities on such grounds.
The ministry said the sanctions were part of a broader escalation of US restrictions against China, including multiple discriminatory measures that seriously harm the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises. It added that such actions deviate from the important consensus reached by the leaders of both countries and undermine the stability of Sino-US economic and trade relations.
“We urge the US side to correct its wrongful practices as soon as possible,” the spokesperson said. “China reserves the right to take necessary measures to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests.”
The US State Department had earlier announced the sanctions against two Chinese companies, without specifying their names or the exact nature of the allegations.