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U.S. Sanctions Chinese Firms Over Ballistic Missile Support to Pakistan

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By Web Desk Published April 21, 2024 3 Min Read
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Shaheen - III and Ghauri missiles, produced in Pakistan, were showcased during a military parade in Islamabad on March 23, 2022. Photo Credit: Anjum Naveed / AP.
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The United States has imposed sanctions on three Chinese corporations due to allegations of providing ballistic missile technology and supporting Pakistan’s military.

The decision was made following growing international apprehensions regarding Pakistan’s nuclear capabilities and its intimate alliance with China. The Chinese entities facing sanctions are:

  1. China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT)
  2. China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC)
  3. China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC)

According to the U.S. Department, Chinese companies have breached American export control laws by participating in the development and production of ballistic missiles for Pakistan. The imposed sanctions will freeze these companies’ assets within the United States and prohibit their transactions with American businesses.

United States Imposes Sanctions on Foreign Companies Contributing to Pakistan's Ballistic Missile Proliferation. Sanctions on Chinese, Belarusian companies: pic.twitter.com/V41rTJu3by

— Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) April 20, 2024

The U.S. government harbours longstanding concerns regarding Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal, one of the world’s largest, and its potential proliferation. China, a staunch ally of Pakistan, has significantly supported the nation through military and economic aid.

In 2018, sanctions were imposed on the Pakistani military in response to its involvement in nuclear weapons production. Additionally, the U.S. is actively encouraging other nations to cease military and economic support to Pakistan.

In retaliation, the Pakistani government has refuted the U.S. claims and criticized the sanctions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan has declared these sanctions as “unjust and unnecessary,” asserting that they will not deter Pakistan from maintaining its defence capabilities.

#US has imposed sanctions on Chinese & Belarusian companies involved in Pakistan's Ballistic Missile program & proliferation. pic.twitter.com/IHyzKYNqA0

— News IADN (@NewsIADN) April 20, 2024

Imposing sanctions on these Chinese firms may exacerbate tensions between the United States and China. China has previously accused the U.S. of attempting to stifle its growth, and these sanctions could be perceived as further manifestations of U.S. antagonism.

Moreover, these sanctions could adversely affect Pakistan’s economy. The targeted companies are pivotal in China’s aerospace industry, and restrictions on their operations could hinder Pakistan’s ability to secure essential technology and support for its military program.

The sanctions against these three Chinese companies signify a critical escalation in the geopolitical friction between the U.S. and China. The new development will likely complicate diplomatic relations between the two nations and potentially impact Pakistan’s economic and military strategy.

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