MNI BRIEF: See Timely Export Control List Publication: MOFCOM

China will release its upcoming export control list in a timely manner, Ministry of Commerce spokesman Gao Feng said Thursday, following passage of the new Export Control Law last week. The new law clearly stipulates the scope of export control, the control system and measures, as well as the strengthening of international cooperation, said Gao, without giving further details.

MOFCOM will promote the legislative work in support of regulations to ensure the implementation of the new law, said Gao, when asked what role the law will play at the backdrop of increasing China-U.S. frictions in the technology area. The law, which will take effect on Dec. 1, says if any country or region abuses export control measures to endanger China's national security and interests, China can take reciprocal measures based on actual conditions.