On the 9th of October, 2025, China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) issued two “New Rules”, two new decrees that substantially broaden and strengthen export controls across the rare earth supply chain. Decree No. 61 centers on foreign-produced rare earth metals and related products, while Decree No. 62 enhances oversight of rare earth-related technology. Our colleagues break down the new rules and their impacts on our Trade Practitioner Blog.
