Surging China game console exports to Russia spark dual-use fears

Chinese exports of video game consoles to Russia have jumped nearly sevenfold since 2022, when Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, according to Chinese customs data, raising concerns that such devices could be diverted for military use.In 2024, China shipped $95.38 million worth of gaming devices, including controllers, to Russia, according to customs data released earlier this month. A Chinese research firm has said the sharp increase indicates gaming equipment is "becoming increasingly popular in Russia."Earlier this year, Japan, Britain and the European Union banned the e…READ FULL ARTICLE