The United States has imposed sanctions on six entities located in the People's Republic of China, including Hong Kong. These entities have been involved in procuring key components for Iran's UAV and ballistic missile programs. This move is part of President Trump's maximum pressure campaign aimed at the Iranian regime.
The sanctions target efforts by the Iranian entity Pishtazan Kavosh Gostar Boshra (PKGB) to rebuild its procurement network and continue acquiring critical parts from foreign suppliers. The U.S. government is committed to using all available means to expose and disrupt Iran's expanding UAV and missile development, which poses a threat to stability in the Middle East and beyond.
"We will continue to act against the complex schemes Iran employs to conceal its acquisition of sensitive technology for its missile and UAV programs," stated Tammy Bruce, Department Spokesperson. These programs are known for producing missiles and drones that Iran uses against allies and exports to terror proxy groups and Russia.
The action taken by the Department of the Treasury falls under Executive Order 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and their supporters.