China aims to systematically strengthen the foundations of its industry—from core components and raw materials to basic software. The five-year plan, published on October 22, 2026, targets segments in which European suppliers have traditionally been strong. This will intensify competition in China and make the protection of know-how even more critical. By 2030, vulnerabilities are… Continue reading New Plan: Strengthening the Industrial Base
Month: October 2026
Tighter Export Controls for 40 Key Technologies
China is planning new export restrictions on 40 strategically important technologies. Artificial intelligence, biomedicine, and solar technology are particularly affected. For European companies, this could result in significant restrictions on technology transfer and the use of Chinese know-how. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and the Ministry of Science have published a draft proposal to… Continue reading Tighter Export Controls for 40 Key Technologies
Stricter Oversightand Liability for AI
China is further tightening regulatory controls in the areas of cybersecurity, data protection, and artificial intelligence. Two new sets of regulations expand the government’s oversight powers and clarify legal liability for AI applications. For European companies with Chinese subsidiaries, this results in additional requirements regarding compliance, documentation, and risk management. New regulations from the Chinese… Continue reading Stricter Oversightand Liability for AI
