US EditionChina tightens rare earth export curbs, taking aim at military and chip applications
China requires export licenses for rare earth technologies tied to mining, processing, and magnets, blocking sales to foreign military and semiconductor firms to protect national security.
- China has tightened its rules on the export of rare earths, which are crucial for manufacturing high-tech products like semiconductors and military equipment.
- The new regulations restrict the export of rare earth processing technology and prohibit unauthorized cooperation with foreign firms.
- China aimed to better safeguard national security and prevent the use of rare earths in sensitive fields like the military.
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Chips or rare earths: Who holds the ban edge—US or China?
The trade dispute between the United States and China has resumed. US President Donald Trump lashed out over the weekend at Beijing’s planned tightening of restrictions over crucial rare-earth minerals. In response, Trump has threatened 100% tariffs on Chinese imports. But with the higher tariff rate not due to start until November 1, and the […] The post Chips or rare earths: Who holds the ban edge—US or China? appeared first on Asia Times.
China tightens rare earth exports, threatening global chip supply
This week, China announced new rare earth export restrictions. Reuters reports that the expanded bureaucratic controls also cover technologies critical to rare earth extraction and refinement, seemingly intended to keep other countries reliant on Chinese expertise.Read Entire Article
China tightens its controls on exports of rare earth minerals
China dramatically expanded its rare earths export controls yesterday, adding five new elements and extra scrutiny for semiconductor users, as Beijing tightens control over the sector ahead of talks between presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
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