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China Enacts Controversial Regulations Against Foreign Laws

4/21/2026

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China enacted the Regulations on Countering Unjustified Extraterritorial Application of Foreign Legislation to counter foreign actions perceived as violating international law or threatening China's sovereignty and security.
The regulations took effect on April 13.
The European Chamber of Commerce in China expressed concerns about the vague language and broad scope of the rules.
Analysts warn that these regulations could have significant implications.

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China enacted the Regulations on Countering Unjustified Extraterritorial Application of Foreign Legislation to counter foreign actions perceived as violating international law or threatening China's sovereignty and security.
The regulations took effect on April 13.
The European Chamber of Commerce in China expressed concerns about the vague language and broad scope of the rules.
Analysts warn that these regulations could have significant implications.