China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on Wednesday that it will adjust export control measures on certain U.S. entities starting November 10, in line with agreements reached during recent China–U.S. economic and trade talks held in Kuala Lumpur.

The ministry said that the move reflects progress in ongoing efforts to stabilize trade relations between the world’s two largest economies. It follows months of dialogue aimed at reducing friction in high-tech and dual-use exports, a key area of contention between Beijing and Washington.

Earlier this year, China’s Ministry of Commerce issued two statements, Announcement No. 13 of 2025 and Announcement No. 21 of 2025, that placed a total of 31 U.S. entities on its export control list, effectively prohibiting the shipment of dual-use goods and technologies to those organizations. The designations were part of broader measures introduced to protect national security and ensure responsible export management.

Under the new decision, China will lift export restrictions on 15 U.S. entities listed in the March announcement, while maintaining a one-year suspension of restrictions on the remaining 16 entities covered under the April notice. The ministry emphasized that these adjustments are intended to implement the consensus reached during the Kuala Lumpur trade consultations and demonstrate China’s willingness to foster a more predictable and constructive trade environment.

In its statement, the ministry reiterated that exporters dealing with dual-use goods items with both civilian and potential military applications must still comply with national laws. Companies seeking to ship such products to U.S. entities are required to submit applications for export permits, which will be reviewed in accordance with Chinese export control regulations. Permits will be granted to exporters who meet the relevant compliance and security standards.

Officials described the adjustment as a measured and reciprocal step toward rebuilding economic confidence and promoting fair trade practices. Analysts say it may also signal Beijing’s readiness to engage in de-escalatory trade diplomacy ahead of further high-level meetings between Chinese and U.S. economic officials later this year.

The Ministry of Commerce stated that it will continue to evaluate the outcomes of ongoing trade discussions and make further adjustments “as needed, in accordance with laws and international commitments.”