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Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce has announced export controls on rare earth-related technologies to safeguard national security and interests, requiring licenses for specific exports and imposing restrictions on assistance to foreign rare earth activities [2][7]. Export Control Measures - Exporters must obtain permission to export technologies related to rare earth mining, refining, metallurgy, magnetic material manufacturing, and recycling of rare earth secondary resources [2][3]. - Exporters are defined as Chinese citizens, legal entities, and organizations, and the term "export" includes various forms of transfer or provision of controlled items [3][4]. Compliance and Reporting Obligations - Exporters are required to apply for export licenses and submit relevant documentation, including a description of the controlled technology being transferred [4][5]. - Exporters must enhance compliance awareness and can consult the Ministry of Commerce if uncertain about whether their items fall under the control measures [4][5]. Restrictions on Assistance - Individuals and organizations are prohibited from providing substantial assistance to foreign rare earth activities without permission, with violations subject to penalties [5][6]. Implementation Timeline - The announcement takes effect immediately, with updates to the export control list [6][10]. Specific Export Control Items - The controlled items include various rare earth metals and materials, such as samarium, dysprosium, and neodymium, as well as related manufacturing technologies [11][12][13][14][15].