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Industry
U.S. considers additional curbs on China-made robots in response to rare earth controls
The United States has begun reviewing possible restrictions on imports of China-made robots, broadening U.S.-China technology competition into robotics and physical AI, the article said. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said he was examining imports backed by Chinese government support and could act once the review ends. China responded by adding 10 U.S. companies, including MP Materials and USA Rare Earths, to a dual-use export ban list.
Industry
China tightens export controls on 10 U.S. defence and rare earth firms
China has blocked exports of dual-use items to 10 companies, including U.S. rare earth producers, widening the U.S.-China technology rivalry into critical mineral supply chains. The move, announced by China’s commerce ministry, bars Chinese firms from exporting related items and restricts third-country transfers of Chinese dual-use goods to the listed companies. The sanctions include MP Materials and USA Rare Earths, raising worries over supplies needed for AI infrastructure and semiconductors.
Telecommunications & Media
South Korea government, 3 telecoms to recycle critical minerals from scrapped network equipment
South Korea\'s government and the country\'s three mobile carriers will cooperate to promote domestic circulation and reuse of rare earths and other critical minerals contained in scrapped telecommunications equipment. The Ministry of Science and ICT and the climate ministry signed an agreement on June 11 with SK Telecom, KT, LG Uplus, KCA and the Korea Environment Corporation. A pilot project will track disposal and distribution flows and support automation, facilities, and guidelines.
