Mofcom: China's export policy on raw materials conforms to WTO rules

Xinhua Beijing, June 24 (Xinhua Liu) In response to a few days ago the United States and the European Union to reduce some of the export of industrial raw materials to the World Trade Organization (WTO) lawsuit, the Ministry of Commerce 24th said that China's export policy in line with WTO rules.　　In response to a question from reporters, the Ministry of Commerce said that the main purpose of China's export policy is to protect the environment and protect natural resources, and China believes that the relevant policies are in accordance with WTO rules. The official said that China has received a request for consultations between the United States and Europe. Regarding the export policy of raw materials, China has maintained communication and contact with the United States and Europe.　　China will properly handle the consultation request according to the WTO dispute settlement procedure. The United States and the European Union 23rd filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization on the basis of China's restrictions on exports of industrial raw materials.