(China, 8th) China's tightening of rare earth export control measures has led to a crisis where multiple automobile manufacturers in Japan, Europe, and the United States are facing production line shutdowns. In response, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce stated that it has approved a certain number of rare earth-related export applications and will continue to strengthen the review of compliant applications.
A spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Commerce responded on the 7th, saying that China implements export controls on rare earth-related items according to law to better safeguard national security and interests and to fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation, reflecting a consistent stance on maintaining world peace and regional stability.
The spokesperson pointed out that rare earth-related items have both military and civilian applications, and implementing export controls on them is in line with international practices.
The spokesperson stated that China has noticed the growing demand for medium and heavy rare earths in civilian sectors from the development of industries like robotics and new energy vehicles in various countries. As a responsible major country, China fully considers the legitimate demands and concerns of various countries in civilian fields, and lawfully reviews export license applications for rare earth-related items. A certain number of compliant applications have been approved according to law, and the review of compliant applications will continue to be strengthened.
The Ministry of Commerce also mentioned that China is willing to further strengthen communication and dialogue on export controls with relevant countries to promote convenient and compliant trade.
A spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Commerce responded on the 7th, saying that China implements export controls on rare earth-related items according to law to better safeguard national security and interests and to fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation, reflecting a consistent stance on maintaining world peace and regional stability.
The spokesperson pointed out that rare earth-related items have both military and civilian applications, and implementing export controls on them is in line with international practices.
The spokesperson stated that China has noticed the growing demand for medium and heavy rare earths in civilian sectors from the development of industries like robotics and new energy vehicles in various countries. As a responsible major country, China fully considers the legitimate demands and concerns of various countries in civilian fields, and lawfully reviews export license applications for rare earth-related items. A certain number of compliant applications have been approved according to law, and the review of compliant applications will continue to be strengthened.
The Ministry of Commerce also mentioned that China is willing to further strengthen communication and dialogue on export controls with relevant countries to promote convenient and compliant trade.