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Nation's regret at US challenge to duties

China has expressed regret at a US challenge to its raw materials export duties and will handle the issue according to the World Trade Organization dispute resolution procedures. The remarks made by the Ministry of Commerce came after the United States launched a challenge against China's export duties on nine key metals and minerals on Wednesday, arguing that they violate WTO rules and give an unfair advantage to Chinese manufacturers. The ministry also said in the statement that export tariffs are part of efforts to improve environmental protection.

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