Beijing announced that it will impose countermeasures against 20 U.S. military-related companies and 10 senior executives in response to recent U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, which China says violate its sovereignty and interfere in its internal affairs.

According to a statement released by Chinese authorities, the decision is based on the Law of the People’s Republic of China on Countering Foreign Sanctions and targets companies and individuals involved in U.S. military cooperation with Taiwan.
China said the latest U.S. arms sales to Taiwan “seriously violate the one-China principle and the three China-U.S. Joint Communiqués,” undermining China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Under the measures, assets belonging to the listed companies within China, including movable and immovable property, will be frozen. Chinese organizations and individuals are prohibited from engaging in transactions, cooperation, or other activities with these firms. The affected companies include Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, L3Harris Maritime Services, Boeing’s St. Louis operations, Gibbs & Cox, Inc., and several technology and defense-related firms involved in aerospace, drones, and military systems.

In addition, China announced sanctions against 10 senior executives associated with the targeted companies. These measures include freezing assets located in China, banning transactions or cooperation with Chinese entities, and denying visas or entry into China, including Hong Kong and Macao. Among those named are Palmer Luckey, founder of Anduril Industries, and senior executives from L3Harris, VSE Corporation, Dedrone Holdings, and other defense technology companies.

Chinese authorities said the countermeasures will take effect on December 26, 2025.

The announcement comes amid heightened tensions between Beijing and Washington over Taiwan, which China considers part of its territory. The United States, while acknowledging the one-China policy, continues to provide arms to Taiwan, citing the need to help the island maintain its defensive capabilities.

China has repeatedly warned that it will take firm action against foreign entities involved in arms sales to Taiwan, describing such moves as a threat to regional stability and a serious violation of international norms.