China’s Prohibited ODI Investments

Offshore Tax with HTJ.tax · Feb 25, 2026 · 2m

While China encourages strategic outbound investment, certain categories are strictly prohibited. Projects that threaten national interests or national security will not receive approval or filing clearance from regulators.Oversight is administered primarily by the:National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC)Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China (MOFCOM)Without approval or filing confirmation, overseas investment cannot legally proceed.🚫 Categories of Prohibited ODI1️⃣ Export of Core Military TechnologiesOutbound investment involving:Core military…