China's Ministry of Commerce announced retaliatory measures against six US entities on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, in response to sanctions on Chinese companies citing forced labor issues. The measures cover Applied DNA Sciences Inc., Stratum Reservoir LLC, Altana Technologies Inc., the Responsible Business Alliance, Verité Group Inc., and Human Rights in China, which provided assistance and support for unlawful US sanctions related to the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The ministry's decision prohibits organizations and individuals within China from engaging in transactions, cooperation, or any other activities involving these six entities.
China sanctions prohibit transactions with Stratum Reservoir, directly impacting its operations.
