Foreign media: China plans to implement a license system for the export of about 300 types of steel products starting in 2026. Exporters need to apply for licenses based on export contracts and quality inspection certificates.
This move aims to balance global steel supply and demand and trade, and reduce trade friction. From January to November 2025, China's steel exports increased by 6.7% year-on-year, reaching 107.72 million tons, setting a new historical record.
Although the short-term impact is limited, this measure lays the foundation for stricter regulation in the future. Some analysts believe that this helps alleviate the pressure of trade protectionism caused by the surge in exports.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1851316262949004/
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