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Malaysia allows first export of raw rare earths under new rules
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Fusion42 · 22 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Malaysia has permitted the first-ever export of raw rare earth minerals under recently implemented regulations aimed at controlling and regulating the trade of critical materials.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Advanced Materials.
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You must reassess supply chain risks for rare earth components as Malaysia opens exports under new rules, presenting fresh sourcing opportunities and regulatory checks to navigate.
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Advanced Materialsrare-earthsexport-rulesmalaysiaregulationcritical-materials