[Ministry of Commerce: Announces Inclusion of 20 Japanese Entities in Export Control List] Odaily Planet Daily News – In accordance with the relevant provisions of the *Export Control Law of the People's Republic of China* and the *Regulations on the Administration of Export Control of Dual-Use Items of the People's Republic of China*, and to safeguard national security and interests while fulfilling international obligations such as non-proliferation, it has been decided to include 20 Japanese entities, including the Defense Research Institute, that are involved in enhancing Japan's military capabilities in the export control list. The following measures will be implemented: prohibiting exporters from exporting dual-use items to the aforementioned 20 entities, and prohibiting foreign organizations and individuals from transferring or providing dual-use items originating from the People's Republic of China to these 20 entities. Ongoing related activities must be immediately halted. In special circumstances where export is necessary, exporters must submit an application to the Ministry of Commerce. (Jin10)