Ministry of Commerce spokesperson answers questions from reporters regarding the export control measures related to Japan.

Business Ministry spokesperson answers questions from reporters on the related export control measures against Japan. The spokesperson stated that on February 24, 2026, China included 20 Japanese entities including Mitsubishi Heavy Industries on the export control list and Subaru Corporation on the watch list, with the aim of stopping Japan's "remilitarization" and nuclear ambitions. China's actions are completely justified, reasonable, and legal, and are meant to firmly curb Japan's "new militarism." We hope that Japan will change its erroneous ways and truly reflect on and return to the right track. The actions taken by China are only against a few Japanese entities and the measures are only related to dual-use items, not affecting normal economic and trade exchanges between China and Japan. Japanese entities that abide by the law and act in good faith have nothing to worry about. The original article: Business Ministry spokesperson answers questions from reporters on related export control measures against Japan Question: On June 29, 2026, the Ministry of Commerce announced a control list and watch list, what are the considerations? On February 24, 2026, China included 20 Japanese entities such as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries on the export control list, and Subaru Corporation on the watch list, with the aim of stopping Japan's "remilitarization" and nuclear ambitions. Unfortunately, the Japanese side has not repented, but instead has further advanced on the wrong path, accelerating the pace of "new militarism," deploying offensive weapons, and launching offensive missiles overseas. In accordance with the relevant laws and regulations such as the Export Control Law of the People's Republic of China and the Regulation on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items of the People's Republic of China, China has decided: First, to include 20 Japanese entities involved in enhancing Japan's military capabilities, such as the National Institute for Defense Studies, in the control list. The measures after listing mainly include two aspects. One is to prohibit exporters from exporting dual-use items to the entities mentioned above. The other is to prohibit foreign organizations and individuals from transferring or providing dual-use items produced in China to the entities. Relevant activities currently underway should be stopped immediately. Second, to include 20 Japanese entities such as Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. on the watch list where the final users and final purposes of dual-use items cannot be verified. After listing, exporters who wish to export dual-use items to these entities cannot apply for a general license or obtain an export certificate by registering and providing information. When applying for a single license, a risk assessment report on the entities in the watch list should be submitted, and a written commitment should be provided that the dual-use items will not be used for any purpose that helps enhance Japan's military capabilities. The review period for licenses is not subject to the time limit stipulated in Article 17, Paragraph 1 of the Regulation on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items of the People's Republic of China. The Ministry of Commerce will implement stricter end-user and end-use checks on the entities in the watch list, and exports involving Japanese military users, military purposes, and other end uses that help enhance Japan's military capabilities will not be approved. Entities on the watch list can apply for removal from the list in compliance with the obligations of cooperation with verification stipulated in Article 26 of the Regulation on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items of the People's Republic of China. After verification by the Ministry of Commerce, they may be removed from the watch list. China's actions are completely justified, reasonable, and legal, and are meant to firmly curb Japan's "new militarism." We hope that Japan will change its erroneous ways and truly reflect on and return to the right track. The actions taken by China are only against a few Japanese entities and the measures are only related to dual-use items, not affecting normal economic and trade exchanges between China and Japan. Japanese entities that abide by the law and act in good faith have nothing to worry about. Ministry of Commerce Announcement No. 28 of 2026 Announcing 20 Japanese entities on the watchlist based on relevant laws and regulations such as the Export Control Law of the People's Republic of China and the Regulation on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items of the People's Republic of China, it is decided to include 20 Japanese entities such as Mitsui E&S Co., Ltd. on the watchlist (see attachment). Exporters are prohibited from applying for a general license or obtaining an export certificate by registering and providing information when exporting dual-use items to the entities in the watch list. When applying for a single license, a risk assessment report on the entities in the watch list should be submitted, and a written commitment should be provided that the dual-use items will not be used for any purpose that helps enhance Japan's military capabilities. The review period for licenses is not subject to the time limit stipulated in Article 17, Paragraph 1 of the Regulation on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items of the People's Republic of China. The Ministry of Commerce will implement stricter end-user and end-use checks on the entities in the watch list, and exports involving Japanese military users, military purposes, and other end uses that help enhance Japan's military capabilities will not be approved. Entities on the watch list can apply for removal from the list in compliance with the obligations of cooperation with verification stipulated in Article 26 of the Regulation on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items of the People's Republic of China. After verification by the Ministry of Commerce, they may be removed from the watch list. This announcement is officially implemented from the date of publication. Ministry of Commerce June 29, 2026 Watchlist: 1. Mitsui E&S Co., Ltd. Address: 5-6-4 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 104-0045 2. Mitsui Bussan Aerospace Co., Ltd. Maintenance Center Address: 22nd Floor, Kinko Building, 1-8-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 100-0005 3. Terra Drone Corporation Address: 4th Floor, A-PLACE Shibuya Nanpeidaicho, 2-17 Nanpeidaicho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 150-0036 4. ACSL Ltd. Address: 2nd Floor, Hulic Katsushika Shinagawa Omiya Building, 3-6-4 Rinkaicho, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 134-0086 5. Mitsubishi Nuclear Fuel Co., Ltd. Address: 622-1 Funairikawasho, Higashi-sonobe, Tokai-mura, Naka-gun, Ibaraki, Japan Postal Code: 319-1197 6. Japan Nuclear Fuel Limited Address: 108 Ochifu, Nosaki, Rokkasho-mura, Sannohe-gun, Aomori, Japan Postal Code: 039-3212 7. Fujitsu Network Solutions Limited Address: 1-5 Omi-cho, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa, Japan Postal Code: 212-0014 8. Hitachi Advanced Systems Corporation Address: 292 Yoshida-cho, Totsuka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan Postal Code: 244-0817 9. Komatsu Industries Corporation Address: 1-1 Shinmachi Onomachi, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa, Japan Postal Code: 920-0225 10. Komatsu NTC Ltd. Address: 641 Nojiri, Minami-Tonami City, Toyama, Japan Postal Code: 939-1502 11. OKI Electric Industry Co., Ltd. Address: 1-7-12 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 105-8460 12. OKI Com-Echoes Co., Ltd. Address: 681-1 Sewayahara, Nojiozu, Numazu, Shizuoka, Japan Postal Code: 410-0873 13. OKI Circuit Technology Co., Ltd. Address: 1-15-68 Takada 1-chome, Tsuruoka City, Yamagata, Japan Postal Code: 997-0011 14. OKI Nextech Co., Ltd. Address: 1 Kamigamuchi, Tokorozawa City, Saitama, Japan Postal Code: 359-1153 15. OKI Engineering Co., Ltd. Address: 3-20-16 Hyakunincho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 179-0084 16. YDK Technologies Co., Ltd. Address: 5-23-13 Minami-Shinjuku, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 151-0051 17. Nihon Denji Sokki Co., Ltd Address: 8-59-2 Sunagawa-cho, Tachikawa City, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 190-0031 18. Howa Machinery, Ltd. Address: 1900-1 Sudoguchi, Kiyosu City, Aichi, Japan Postal Code: 452-8601 19. Hosoya Pyro-Engineering Co., Ltd. Address: 1847 Suge, Akiruno City, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 197-0801 20. The Fujikura Parachute Co., Ltd. Address: 2-4-46 Ejiri, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 142-0063 Ministry of Commerce Announcement No. 27 of 2026 Announcing 20 Japanese entities on the export control list Based on relevant laws and regulations such as the Export Control Law of the People's Republic of China and the Regulation on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items of the People's Republic of China, to safeguard national security and interests, fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation, it is decided to include 20 Japanese entities such as the National Institute for Defense Studies on the export control list (see attachment) and take the following measures: 1. Exporters are prohibited from exporting dual-use items to the 20 entities mentioned above, and foreign organizations and individuals are prohibited from transferring or providing dual-use items produced in China to the 20 entities; relevant activities currently underway should be stopped immediately. 2. In special circumstances where export is necessary, exporters should apply to the Ministry of Commerce. This announcement is officially implemented from the date of publication. Ministry of Commerce June 29, 2026 Export Control List 1. National Institute for Defense Studies Address: 5-1 Ichigaya-Honmuracho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 162-8808 2. Ground Systems Research Center Address: 2-9-54 Fumotoe, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa, Japan Postal Code: 252-0206 3. Naval Systems Research Center Address: 2-2-1 Naka-Meguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 153-0061 4. Air Systems Research Center Address: 1-2-10 Eiminato, Tachikawa City, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 190-8533 5. NIKKO TOKKI Co., Ltd. Address: 1-11-1 Osaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 141-0032 6. NIKKO-YPK SHOJI Co., Ltd. Address: 1-11-1 Osaki, 1-11 Osaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 141-0032 7. Mitsubishi Electric Defense and Space Technologies Corporation Address: 1-15-9 Osaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 141-0032 8. Mitsubishi Electric Software Corporation Address: 2-4-1 Hammamatsucho, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 105-5129 9. Mitsubishi Electric Engineering Company, Limited Address: 5-34-2 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 108-0014 10. Mitsubishi Precision Company, Limited Address: 1-6-41 Konan 1-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 108-0075 11. MHI Oceanincs Co., Ltd. Address: 6-53 Tsukubi, Tsukubo-cho, Sasebo City, Nagasaki, Japan Postal Code: 854-0065 12. MHI Sagami High-tech, Ltd. Address: 3000 Tada, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa, Japan Postal Code: 252-5293 13. MHI Logitec Co., Ltd. Address: 1200 Higashitanaka, Oaza Owarinaka, Komaki City, Aichi, Japan Postal Code: 485-0826 14. KOWA KOGYO, Ltd. Address: 1-14 Izumishima-cho, Dejima Asahi Seimei Nagareboshi Building 8th Floor, Nagasaki City, Japan Postal Code: 850-0862 15. MHI Special Vehicles Parts Supply & Technical Service Co., Ltd. Address: 4-3 Katamachi, 3rd Floor, SHK Building, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 160-0001 16. MHI Maritech, Co., Ltd. Address: 1-1 Ama-no-ura-cho, Nagasaki City, Nagasaki, Japan Postal Code: 850-8610 17. Kawajyu Gifu Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Address: 1 Kawasaki-cho Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan Postal Code: 504-0971 18. NIPPI Corporation Address: 3175 Showa-cho, Kanazawa-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa, Japan Postal Code: 2368540 19. Fortunio Co., Ltd. Address: 2-16-19 Senzoku, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, Japan Postal Code: 152-0012 20. Aoki Seimitsu Kogyo Co., Ltd. Address: 3-38-12 Chazamadai, Kawaguchi City, Saitama, Japan Postal Code: 333-0816 This article is selected from the "Ministry of Commerce website", Edited by: Xu Wenqiang.