BEIJING -- China's rare-earth resources belong to the state, the government said in a new regulation that will take effect Oct. 1.
Rule takes effect Oct. 1 with reach over entire supply chain

China accounts for about 70% of global production of rare earths, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. © Reuters
BEIJING -- China's rare-earth resources belong to the state, the government said in a new regulation that will take effect Oct. 1.