China Warns U.S. Export Controls Threaten Global Supply Chains Amid Rising Tensions

China has issued strong warnings that proposed U.S. Export control bills targeting semiconductors could disrupt global supply chains, escalating tensions in the ongoing U.S.-China trade dispute. The statements came as the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee advanced legislation aimed at restricting advanced chip exports to China, which Beijing said it is closely monitoring.

China’s Ministry of Commerce cautioned that such measures risk triggering widespread disruption across international technology supply chains, particularly affecting industries reliant on semiconductors. The warning aligns with broader concerns raised by Chinese officials about the potential ripple effects of U.S. Export restrictions on global markets.

China said it is closely monitoring US legislative plans after the House Foreign Affairs Committee advanced export-control bills targeting semiconductors, which Beijing warned could disrupt global…

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The Chinese government emphasized that its monitoring of U.S. Legislative actions is part of its effort to safeguard its economic interests and maintain stability in global trade. Officials reiterated that any unilateral export controls by the United States could provoke countermeasures and further strain bilateral relations.

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China currently controls approximately 70% of global rare earths production and over 90% of global rare earths refining capacity, giving it significant leverage in strategic materials markets. This dominance has been cited as a key factor in Beijing’s ability to influence global supply chains amid rising trade tensions.

The latest developments follow a series of reciprocal actions between the two countries, including recent tariff increases and export control measures. China had previously imposed strict export controls on seven regulated rare earth elements and announced plans to extend controls to five additional elements, effective November 8, 2025.

Chinese state media and official outlets have framed the U.S. Legislative moves as part of a broader pattern of economic pressure, warning that such actions threaten not only bilateral trade but also the integrity of globalized production networks. The Ministry of Commerce has called for dialogue and caution against unilateral actions that could destabilize international markets.

As of April 25, 2026, no formal retaliation has been announced by China in response to the latest U.S. Legislative advances, but officials have consistently signaled that all options remain under review. The situation remains fluid, with both sides acknowledging the high stakes involved in managing technological and economic interdependence.