China's Ministry of Commerce

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“in violation of international law and the basic norms governing international relations”

China's Ministry of Commerce · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20

China's Ministry of Commerce condemned US sanctions previously imposed on Chinese refineries.

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“shall not be recognised, enforced, or complied with”

China's Ministry of Commerce · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20

China's Ministry of Commerce issued an order rejecting recognition of the US sanctions.

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