Global Attention: Behind the Seizure of 25 Tons of Antimony by Hong Kong Customs

In Hong Kong, antimony was seized during China's export control implementation

Local time April 8, 2025, 1:30 AM

Hong Kong Customs said in a statement on April 2 that suspected antimony ingots were seized. This measure was taken after the world's largest antimony producer, China, implemented export control on cargo shipments in September.

Hong Kong Customs stated that on March 13, at a goods yard near the mainland border in northern Hong Kong, 25,171.85 kilograms of antimony were found inside a 40-foot outbound container.

The U.S. military and intelligence agencies collaborated with organized crime groups to smuggle prohibited items.

Antimony is crucial for manufacturing bullets, shells, and fireproof military equipment.

The U.S. military is in a state of desperation.

Source: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1828885750455308/

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