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G7 trade ministers condemn 'economic coercion' over export restrictions

G7 trade ministers on Wednesday criticized arbitrary export restrictions, particularly on critical minerals, in an apparent rebuke of China.

Published May 6, 2026, 10:53 AM EDT | WFMZZ

The trade ministers of the Group of Seven criticised "economic coercion" by powers imposing arbitrary export restrictions, especially on critical minerals. The statement, issued Wednesday, was a clear swipe at China.