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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Poland to impose border checks in migration dispute with Germany
Poland will implement temporary border checks with Germany and Lithuania to manage asylum claims, following Germany's rejection of undocumented migrants since May, which Poland criticized as a violation of EU asylum rules. Prime Minister Tusk emphasized the need for these controls to curb irregular migration, while discussions between Tusk and German Chancellor Merz continue to address the asylum seeker issue. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Poland is going to check who comes into...
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