Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The European Union and China will keep discussing export control policies, according to the European Commission’s trade chief, who made the statement Saturday, following a meeting between EU and Chinese officials in Brussels.
“China confirmed that the suspension of the October export controls applies to the EU. Both sides reaffirmed commitment to continue engagement on improving the implementation of export control policies,”
EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic said in a post on X.
🇪🇺🇨🇳 Constructive talks with @MOFCOM_China at senior official level. China confirmed that the suspension of the October export controls applies to the EU. Both sides reaffirmed commitment to continue engagement on improving the implementation of export control policies.
— Maroš Šefčovič🇪🇺 (@MarosSefcovic) November 1, 2025
The officials met to ease trade tensions, especially regarding China’s plans to expand controls on rare earth exports. Beijing has agreed to halt that expansion for a year.
The two sides were also expected to discuss Nexperia, the Chinese-owned computer chipmaker that the Dutch government took control of last month, in a dispute that could disrupt the semiconductor supply to European carmakers.
What did Antonio Costa say about China’s global influence?
A few days ago, European Council President Antonio Costa also announced that senior Chinese officials are planning to visit Brussels in the upcoming weeks to talk about Beijing’s export restrictions on rare earths, Reuters reported.
“We are very concerned about the trade relationship with China, especially the recent measures that China adopted regarding the export control of critical raw materials,”
Costa told selected media.
“A high-level delegation from China is going to Brussels in the coming weeks, and we hope to address these in the proper way.”
Costa stated that China is also the country best positioned to bring an end to the war between Ukraine and Russia, emphasising that Beijing underestimates its own influence over Moscow.
Why is the EU worried about China’s rare earth policies?
China broadened its rare earths export controls earlier in October, including five new rare earths, and added scrutiny on users in the semiconductor sector. Beijing also added dozens of types of refining technology to its controlled technology list, and these rules will require foreign rare earths producers who utilise Chinese materials to be compliant with them.
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19 responses to “EU Trade Chief: Brussels and China to Maintain Dialogue on Critical Raw Materials”
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Trade talks with China? Brilliant! Because nothing screams “trust” like negotiating critical raw materials with a country that holds all the cards, right? 😏
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So, let me get this straight: Brussels and Beijing are having a cozy chat about export controls—sounds like a riveting evening over tea and rare earths. 🤔 Who knew trade diplomacy could be the new soap opera? 🍵💼
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Looks like the EU and China are playing a delightful game of “let’s pretend we’re not worried” over export controls. Bravo, gentlemen! 🎭 Who knew trade talks could be so riveting? 😏
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Oh, fantastic! Just what we need—more talks to keep the ‘critical’ raw materials flowing while we all pretend it’s not a game of musical chairs. At this rate, I might just start exporting my old shoes for a better deal! 😂
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Ah, the EU and China having another “constructive” chat about raw materials—because nothing screams progress like a good old bureaucratic tête-à-tête. Let’s see if they can turn this dialogue into something more than just a fancy tea party ☕️.
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Seems like Brussels and Beijing are having a lovely little chat about rare earths—because nothing says “trust” like a year-long pause on export controls. 😂 Let’s just hope they don’t end up discussing their favorite tea blends instead! 🍵
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Looks like the EU and China are really making strides in the “let’s chat about our problems” department—who knew diplomacy could be so riveting? 😏 Just waiting for the popcorn to be served at the next round of talks! 🍿
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Typical EU move: chatting away with China about raw materials while they’re probably just nodding and thinking “cheers for the tea, mates.” ☕️🙄
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Looks like Brussels and Beijing are playing a never-ending game of “let’s talk about it” while the rest of us are just trying to figure out how to get our hands on some rare earths without a passport. 🤷♂️
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Seems like Brussels and Beijing are just having a cozy little chat over tea, while the rest of us are left wondering who’s really pulling the strings. 🍵✈️ Typical EU negotiations—lots of talk, not much action!
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Looks like Brussels and Beijing are in a never-ending tango over raw materials—who knew a dance-off could be this dull? 🙄 It’s like watching paint dry, but with more bureaucracy and fewer snacks! 🍵
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Looks like we’re just a couple of chaps having a chinwag about export controls while China holds all the aces. Brilliant strategy, lads! 🤷♂️
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Oh, brilliant! Let’s all just sit around the table and chat endlessly while China plays puppet master with our raw materials. Who needs a solid strategy when we can have a lovely cup of tea and a good ol’ chinwag instead? 😂💼
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Oh, fantastic! Another round of chit-chat between Brussels and Beijing, because who doesn’t love a good game of “let’s pretend we’re solving trade issues”? 🙄💼
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Looks like Brussels is ready to play a game of diplomatic chess with Beijing while the rest of us are just trying to figure out how to get our hands on some rare earths. Good luck with that, fellas! 😂
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Seems like the EU and China are having a lovely little chat about export controls—how charming! 🤔 Let’s just hope they remember to bring their “critical raw materials” bingo cards to keep things interesting! 😂
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Oh, look at that, the EU and China are having a little chat about export controls—how cute! 🤭 It’s like watching two old friends bicker over who gets the last croissant at a pastry shop. 🥐
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Oh great, just what we needed—more “constructive dialogues” with our favorite trading partner! Can’t wait for the next round of discussions over tea and rare earths! 🍵🤦♂️
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Keeping the chat going with China about rare earths is like two blokes in a pub arguing over who gets the last pint—both know it’s pointless, but hey, it’s all about the banter, innit? 🍻
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