Group 1 - The European Union is facing a significant shortage of rare earth materials, prompting a demand from EU officials to China to resolve export issues within a month [1][4][9] - The EU's request highlights a sense of urgency and pressure on China, reflecting the severe impact of rare earth shortages on European manufacturing, particularly in high-tech sectors [4][7][9] - China currently holds over 90% of the global rare earth refining capacity, making it a critical player in the supply chain for various industries, including electric vehicles and renewable energy [6][7] Group 2 - The recent crisis was triggered by U.S. tariffs on Chinese products, leading to China's implementation of stricter export controls on rare earths, which has caused panic among Western industries [4][11] - In response to the EU's demands, China has reiterated its commitment to responsible management of global supply chains while emphasizing compliance with its export regulations [9][11][14] - China has introduced new regulations requiring companies engaged in rare earth activities to report information about their core technical personnel, aiming to enhance control over sensitive technologies and prevent intellectual property leaks [14][12]
必须提供稀土!欧盟给中国30天时间,中方一道铁令给出回应
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-07-01 11:49