商务部回应近期推出多项经贸政策措施： 出口管制不是禁止出口 符合规定的申请将予以许可

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce emphasizes that recent export controls on rare earths and related items are not a ban on exports, but rather a legal measure to enhance its export control system, ensuring compliance with regulations [1][3]. Group 1: Export Control Measures - On October 9, the Ministry of Commerce announced two measures to strengthen export controls on rare earth-related items and technologies, including five types of heavy rare earths, lithium batteries, and artificial graphite anode materials [1]. - The Ministry clarified that applications meeting the regulations will be approved, indicating that the export controls are not prohibitive but regulatory [1][3]. Group 2: U.S. Trade Policies - The U.S. has been criticized for its extensive use of export controls, with over 3,000 items on its control list compared to China's 900, which the Ministry claims disrupts international trade and supply chain stability [2]. - The U.S. has recently implemented additional restrictions on Chinese entities, including listing several on export control lists and imposing high tariffs, which China views as a form of unilateralism [2][4]. Group 3: Response to U.S. Measures - In response to the U.S. imposing port fees on Chinese vessels, China has decided to implement countermeasures, including special port fees for U.S.-owned or operated ships, citing the need to protect its legitimate rights and interests [4][5]. - The Ministry of Commerce has stated that these countermeasures are necessary defensive actions aimed at maintaining fair competition in the international shipping and shipbuilding markets [5].