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UK arms embargo on mainland China and Hong Kong

UKarms embargo

UK arms embargo on mainland China and Hong Kong is a sanctions program maintained by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK) targeting China and Hong Kong. It imposes arms embargo.

Last updated 3 Aug 2026

Overview

UK arms embargo on mainland China and Hong Kong.

Targeted countries

Legal bases

  • Export Control Act 2002
  • Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018

Official resources

UK arms embargo on mainland China and Hong Kong
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