中国对美开放稀土出口？别着急，我们还有三道“闸门”

Core Viewpoint - The recent trade negotiations between China and the U.S. have led to concerns regarding China's decision to open up rare earth exports, which may have implications for national security and trade dynamics [1] Group 1: Export Policy and Regulations - China is committed to a responsible export policy for rare earths, focusing on civilian needs while ensuring compliance with regulations [3] - The export of rare earths is subject to three main controls: civilian use, related items, and quantity limitations [5][7] Group 2: Specific Controls - The first control emphasizes civilian use, excluding military applications from export without permission, with recent approvals for civilian rare earth magnets for U.S. automakers [5] - The second control pertains to related items, ensuring that dual-use rare earths are carefully monitored to prevent military misuse [7] - The third control involves strict quantity management, linking exports to actual production needs and allowing for immediate cessation of exports if agreements are violated [7]