On July 3, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met the press together with German Foreign Minister Johann David Wadephul in Berlin and answered questions on the spot.

In response to a reporter's question about European companies' concerns over China's export controls on rare earth, Wang Yi stated that it is a sovereign right and international responsibility for any country to impose necessary regulations on dual-use items -- goods that can serve both civilian and military purposes. China's policy is in line with international practices and contributes to safeguarding world peace and stability. Rare earth exports have never been and should never be an issue between China and the European Union (EU). As long as export control regulations are observed and necessary procedures are followed, the normal demands of European companies will be guaranteed. The relevant Chinese authorities have also established a "fast track" for European companies. Certain forces are deliberately hyping this matter between China and Europe with ulterior motives.