Brussels denounces Chinese pressure on rare earths and warns of strategic leverage
The European Union criticises China’s export licence procedure on rare earths, arguing that it increases the dependency of European manufacturers on a coercive mechanism central to critical industrial supply chains.
| Sector | Métaux critiques |
|---|---|
| Theme | Politique & Géopolitique, Sécurité énergétique |
The European Union has stepped up its criticism of China’s export controls on rare earths, described as a “racket” by French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Stéphane Séjourné. European manufacturers consider these measures to transform an administrative mechanism into a pressure tool targeting key sectors such as automotive, renewable energy and aerospace. This position comes as China enforces a detailed licensing system for metals and technologies incorporating Chinese-origin components.
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