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China clears licence for rare earth suppliers for US automakers: Report

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China's Approval of Temporary Export Licenses

China has granted temporary export licenses to rare-earth suppliers working with top US automakers, as reported by Reuters. The specific materials covered by these licenses remain unspecified, and the duration is at least six months.

Implications for the Automobile Industry

  • The temporary licenses affect suppliers to major companies such as General Motors Co., Ford Motor Co., and Stellantis NV.
  • Restrictions on rare earth exports by China threaten the supply chains of global automakers.

Political Dynamics

  • The White House and the Chinese embassy in Washington have not provided immediate comments on the matter.
  • US and China are engaging in further talks, focusing on rare earth magnets among other topics, following a conversation between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Trade Tensions between the US and China

China's previous decision to limit exports of rare-earth minerals exacerbated trade tensions with the US, jeopardizing a delicate tariff truce.

  • The restriction impacted not only automakers but also aerospace companies and military contractors.
  • Both nations have exchanged allegations of violating trade agreements, with Beijing highlighting US actions regarding tech exports and student visas.
  • Tags :
  • Rare Earth Minerals
  • China- U.S.A.
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