Key events in the wto dispute regarding china’s export restrictions on rare earth elements, tungsten, and molybdenum Conclusion 2015 the wto case concerning china's rare earths export restrictions underscores the intricate interplay between national sovereignty and international trade obligations. Full case details and wto documents on the wto website. The reports provided on this page consist of all the reports circulated to wto members (incorporating any official corrigenda) The list is updated immediately after each new report is circulated. In 2010, china suspended rare earth exports to japan following a territorial dispute
Since then, many other countries have sought to expand their own production and processing of rare earth elements Additionally, investments have been made in substitution technologies. • there are 15 rare earth elements (rees), with the addition of yttrium and in some cases scandium, for a grand total of 17 elements Each of these have their own chemical and physical characteristics. The global trade of rare earth minerals, essential components in modern technology, from smartphones to electric vehicles, is fraught with legal disputes These conflicts arise from the complex interplay of international trade laws, environmental regulations, and national security concerns.
