Beijing has announced stricter export controls on 13 chemicals linked to the production of fentanyl,
tightening restrictions on shipments to the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The move follows recent talks between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump, and comes as part of a broader attempt to curb the global opioid crisis. Chinese regulators say the new rules require prior shipping licenses for these “drug-making” substances, citing rising risks of misuse. Experts view the development as a strategic shift in China’s drug-control policy, potentially reducing the flow of synthetic opioid components to high-risk markets.
Reference: AP News – “China announces restrictions on chemicals after deal with Trump”
