Tag: Licensing


  • Scarcity Pays

    China shipped fewer rare earths in the first half of 2026 but earned dramatically more for them, and customs figures reported Monday reveal how Beijing’s licensing wall, backed by a new enforcement campaign, is converting geology into leverage over Europe, Japan and the wider world. BEIJING, July 20, 2026. China is selling fewer rare earths…

  • UK Export Controls & Licensing: A 2026 Guide for Exporters Quick Answer The UK operates an independent export control regime post-Brexit through the Export Control Order 2008, requiring exporters to obtain licenses for military, dual-use, and controlled goods. Understanding Strategic Export Licensing, OGELs versus SIELs, and compliance programmes is essential for avoiding penalties and ensuring…