[The spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce responded to reporters’ questions on the implementation of export controls on shield boring machines and other items, and the optimization and adjustment of export control measures for dredger-related items] On October 19, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce answered reporters’ questions on the implementation of export controls on shield boring machines and other items, and the optimization and adjustment of export control measures on dredger-related items. Question: On October 19, 2026, the Ministry of Commerce, together with relevant departments, jointly issued an announcement to implement export controls on shield boring machines and other items, and to optimize and adjust export control measures for dredger-related items. What are your considerations? Answer: In accordance with the "Export Control Law of the People's Republic of China" and other relevant laws and regulations, on October 19, the Ministry of Commerce, together with relevant departments, issued an announcement on the implementation of export controls on shield boring machines and other items, and the optimization and adjustment of export control measures for dredger-related items, and it will be officially implemented on November 18. Previously, we have notified relevant countries and regions that have established export control dialogue mechanisms with China. The items related to this measure have obvious dual-use attributes. China's implementation of export control measures in accordance with laws and regulations is in line with common international practices, has better safeguarded national security and interests, and better fulfilled international obligations such as non-proliferation. As a responsible major country, China has listed or optimized and adjusted relevant control measures, which reflects its consistent position of firmly safeguarding world peace and regional stability. The Chinese government is willing to work with other countries to maintain the stability and smoothness of the global production and supply chain. China will review relevant export license applications in accordance with laws and regulations, and will approve applications that comply with regulations. At the same time, China is willing to communicate and dialogue with relevant parties on export control policies and practices through bilateral export control dialogue and exchange mechanisms, so as to jointly actively promote and facilitate compliant trade.