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China vows to safeguard firms' legitimate rights and interests after UK sanctions

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Posted on October 27, 2025

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BEIJING (Reuters) -China's commerce ministry on Monday vowed to "resolutely safeguard legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies" after the UK imposed Russia-related sanctions on 11 Chinese

China vows to safeguard firms' legitimate rights and interests after UK sanct...

BEIJING (Reuters) -China's commerce ministry on Monday vowed to "resolutely safeguard legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies" after the UK imposed Russia-related sanctions on 11 Chinese firms earlier in October.

The sanctions have a negative impact on the economic and trade relations between China and the UK, a Chinese commerce ministry spokesperson said in a statement.

"China urges the UK to correct its wrongful actions immediately, withdraw the sanctions against relevant Chinese entities," the spokesperson said.

(Reporting by Beijing Newsroom)

Key Takeaways

  • China vows to protect its companies' rights after UK sanctions.
  • UK sanctions target 11 Chinese firms related to Russia.
  • China urges the UK to withdraw the sanctions immediately.
  • Sanctions affect China-UK economic and trade relations.
  • China's commerce ministry issued a strong statement.

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What are sanctions?
Sanctions are restrictive measures imposed by countries or international organizations to influence or change the behavior of a particular country or entity. They can include trade restrictions, asset freezes, and travel bans.

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