China Expands Export Controls on Drug Precursor Chemicals Ahead of Trump–Xi Talks

China is a major source of precursor chemicals used to produce illicit fentanyl.
China Expands Export Controls on Drug Precursor Chemicals Ahead of Trump–Xi Talks

China has added two new drug precursor chemicals to its export control list, requiring exporters to obtain licenses for shipments to the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This action precedes a significant meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Washington. The two leaders are scheduled to meet at the White House on September 24th.

  • China added two new chemicals to its export control list for drug precursors.
  • Exporters now need licenses to ship these substances to the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
  • The announcement comes before a meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
  • Xi Jinping is scheduled to visit the White House on September 24th.
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