China’s Ministry of Commerce said all compliant applications for civilian-use rare-earth exports are being approved without delay. The statement came after an EU business survey claimed firms faced disruptions. MOFCOM emphasized that China enforces export controls strictly under law. Officials also noted that recent general licensing measures support smoother trade.
Experts said China’s system focuses on orderly and legal supervision due to the dual-use nature of rare earths. They stressed that China’s approach is not a blanket restriction. Instead, it contrasts with US and European technology bans targeting China. They added that stable approvals help protect global supply-chain security.
China recently suspended several rare-earth control measures following China–US trade talks in Kuala Lumpur. The suspension will run until November 10, 2026. MOFCOM said it remains ready to cooperate with global partners. The ministry reiterated that it will continue improving licensing procedures to support compliant trade.
Experts highlighted the strong potential for China-EU cooperation in key mineral sectors. They said both sides benefit from a stable, predictable supply chain. China has been streamlining approval processes to improve efficiency. Analysts noted that technical dialogue, not political pressure, is the best path to resolving challenges.
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