China has significantly broadened its sanctions regime against US companies, bringing the total number of targeted firms to 56.
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced the expansion on Monday, marking a sharp escalation in the ongoing trade and technology dispute between the two economic powers.
The new measures add 46 entities to the existing list of 10 US firms previously restricted for their involvement in the defence sector and rare earths mining.
By widening the net, Beijing is signaling a more aggressive stance in response to US export controls and technology restrictions.
This development represents a direct escalation in the trade war, moving beyond targeted sectoral restrictions to a broader punitive framework.
The inclusion of additional firms suggests Beijing is seeking to maximize pressure on the US industrial base, particularly in strategic technology and defense supply chains.