China blinks again following dual-use export threat earlier in the week
The Japan Times••world
Key Points:
- China signaled a more moderate stance for a second consecutive day following a trade threat earlier in the week that unsettled Japan and raised global trade concerns.
- A Commerce Ministry-affiliated think tank emphasized that China does not want strained bilateral relations with Japan, according to China Daily.
- China Daily, an official state publication, quoted Commerce Ministry spokesperson He Yadong stating that the new export restrictions will not impact civilian trade activities.
- He Yadong reassured that parties involved in civilian trade have no reason to worry about the dual-use export ban announced on Tuesday.
