U.S. Seeks WTO Dispute Settlement Over China's Rare Earth Export Restrictions

Summary

The U.S. Trade Representative's office has requested a WTO dispute settlement panel over China's export restrictions on rare earths, tungsten, and molybdenum, and is seeking public comments on the matter

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