China's rare-earth controls stall some European auto parts production

Only 25% of export applications approved since April, industry group says

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Beijing imposed export restrictions on rare-earth elements, which are used in a wide variety of products. © Reuters

SOTARO YUMAE

LONDON -- Some auto parts manufacturers in Europe have halted operations due to China's restrictions on rare-earth exports, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) said on Wednesday.

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