1. China has defended its export control measures on rare earths, stating they are a legitimate practice to improve their export system under law.
- The measures were in response to increased tariffs announced by the US President Donald Trump.

2. China criticized the US move, viewing willful threats of high tariffs as inappropriate and may take countermeasures if the US persists with this action.
- If talks between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping fail to resolve differences, the trade conflict is likely to escalate further.

3. Both leaders are expected to hold discussions later this month to manage their differences through dialogue.