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China opens new licensing process for rare earth mineral exports

New regulatory procedures

محمد يسري
Last updated: 18/12/2025 9:03 pm
Mohammed Yossry
محمد يسري
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Mohammed Yousry, editor at Voice of Emirates News Agency, Cairo office, is a journalist and researcher specializing in Islamic heritage and extremist groups.
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Beijing, China – The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced today that it has granted a number of general licenses for the export of rare earth minerals,

Highlights
  • Grant criteria and legal compliance
  • Balance between the international market and national resources
  • Strategic importance in supply chains
  • Resource sustainability and China’s pivotal role
  • Future vision and market stability

in a move that reflects Beijing’s continued efforts to regulate the export

of these strategic resources according to its approved frameworks.

In this regard, the ministry said in an official statement that some exporting companies

It has initially met the basic requirements necessary to apply for licenses,

She explained that the relevant authorities had already received

a number of requests and some of them had been approved.

Grant criteria and legal compliance

On the other hand, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce explained

that the process of granting licenses is subject to specific standards and procedures;

This is to ensure compliance with national laws and regulations.

Furthermore, the spokesperson indicated that the ministry continues to evaluate the submitted applications.

According to transparent and gradual mechanisms, ensuring that

the organizational process proceeds accurately and carefully.

Balance between the international market and national resources

In addition, the spokesperson added that this move comes

within the framework of China’s policy aimed at

To achieve a balance between meeting the needs of the international market

and maintaining the rational use of natural resources.

Accordingly, Beijing reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening

international trade cooperation in this vital sector.

While taking into account the need to preserve the security of its national resources.

Strategic importance in supply chains

It is worth noting that rare earth metals are among the essential materials used in advanced industries.

Such as electronics, renewable energy, electric vehicles, as well as defense applications.

As a result of this importance, these minerals acquire a pivotal and sensitive role.

This is in the stability of global supply chains and high-precision technology.

Resource sustainability and China’s pivotal role

In the same context, the statement pointed out that China,

as one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of these metals,

Through these measures, it seeks to regulate the market and ensure the sustainability of resources.

Therefore, the Chinese move aims to maintain Beijing’s central role in supporting global industries.

Which depend entirely on these strategic materials.

Future vision and market stability

In conclusion, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce affirmed that

it will continue to monitor international market conditions.

And adapting its export policies to comply with local laws and international obligations;

This contributes to the stability of global markets and enhances

mutual trust between trading partners around the world.

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