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China imposes export controls on tunnel-boring machines sought by India, citing ‘national security’

The Chinese Commerce Ministry said on Monday, October 19, in an announcement that, it was “introducing export controls on tunnel-boring machines and related…

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According to The Hindu, the Chinese Commerce Ministry said on Monday, October 19, in an announcement that, it was “introducing export controls on tunnel-boring machines and related items and optimising and adjusting export-control measures for certain dredgers and related items.”

This world story centres on China. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include India and Chinese Commerce Ministry.

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India, Chinese Commerce Ministry
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