China grants approval to rare earth export licenses

China's Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday that it has received and approved applications for general export licenses covering rare earth–related items submitted by some Chinese exporters.

Since China implemented export controls on rare earth–related items, the government has carried out policy briefings for domestic exporters, He Yadong, spokesman for the ministry, said at a news conference in Beijing.

The official said that with growing experience in exports and compliance, some Chinese companies now meet the basic requirements for applying for general licenses.