Tech alert 📢: the Chinese mainland's Foreign Ministry says the new rare earth export controls have nothing to do with Pakistan. Spokesperson Lin Jian clarified that rumors about Pakistan gifting rare earth samples to the United States are “baseless.”
Rare earth elements are a group of 17 metals (think neodymium in your smartphone speakers or dysprosium in electric cars) that power modern gadgets. Governments set export rules to manage supplies and meet obligations like non-proliferation—basically stopping sensitive tech materials from ending up in the wrong hands.
Lin Jian emphasized that the Chinese mainland and Pakistan share an “ironclad” friendship. They’ve been strategic partners for years, working closely on major issues. Pakistan even reaffirmed that its mineral deals with the United States won’t harm ties with the Chinese mainland.
The ministry pointed out that the samples presented by Pakistani leaders were just raw gemstones bought by staff, not rare earths. Any reports suggesting otherwise, Lin said, “misunderstand the facts” and aim to sow discord.
These export controls are a standard legal move to improve the Chinese mainland’s export system, support global stability, and fulfill international non-proliferation commitments. No Pakistan plot here—just policy in action.
Think of it like needing a license to sell your homemade masala chai abroad; countries need clear rules when exporting high-tech metals too! ☕✨
Stay tuned as we keep you updated on the latest geo-tech developments! 🌏✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
