Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning

When asked about reports that the review of export permits for rare earths to Japan, including for civilian use, has been suspended and Chinese state-owned enterprises have informed some Japanese companies that they will no longer enter into new rare earth contracts and that the Ministry of Commerce had previously stated that strengthening export controls on dual-use items to Japan would not affect exports for civilian purposes, and inquired whether the reported situation resulted from the impact of these measures, Mao Ning, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said on Monday that for specific details, it would be advisable to consult the relevant Chinese authorities. Mao emphasized that China's measures are implemented in accordance with laws and regulations and are entirely legitimate, reasonable, and lawful.


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