EU businesses lobby China for rare earths ‘fast-track’ channel

EU businesses are urging China to establish a fast-track channel for rare earth export licenses for “reliable” companies, amid concerns that China’s strict controls are disrupting global supply chains. During a recent meeting with Chinese officials, companies proposed a “white list” to expedite approvals and discussed the potential for multiple licenses for easier export processes. Despite these discussions, progress has been slow, with one exporter receiving only a fraction of the expected export permits, as China navigates a backlog of applications and geopolitical tensions with the US and other nations.

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