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China proposes export controls on AI, biotech and solar technologies
The proposal adds 40 technologies and opens a public comment period until 15 November.
By Felo News Desk · Published
China's ministries of commerce and science and technology announced on 16 October a proposal to place AI, biopharmaceutical and photovoltaic technologies on its export control list, the Independent reported.
The draft adds 40 technologies, including 23 AI items such as large‑language models, intelligent agents and computing clusters, as well as cell and gene therapies, small nucleic‑acid drugs and equipment for producing polysilicon, silicon wafers and solar cells. Open‑source technologies already in the public domain would remain exempt.
Authorities said the measure is not aimed at any specific country, region or entity but is part of routine technology trade management. A pre‑export registration regime, effective from the same Friday, now covers transfers of technology ownership and licensing agreements with overseas parties, including transactions already underway.
The public can submit views on the proposal until 15 November, according to the ministries.
Key facts
- China proposed adding 40 technologies, including 23 AI items, to its export control list. (independent.co.uk)
- The proposal seeks public comments until 15 November. (independent.co.uk)
- Open‑source technologies already in the public domain are exempt. (independent.co.uk)
- A new pre‑export registration requirement took effect on the announcement day. (independent.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] independent.co.uk — originally reported as “China proposes export controls on AI, solar and biopharma amid rising trade tensions”
