Windhoek: Chinese authorities announced Saturday that they will further intensify a campaign to crack down on the smuggling of strategic minerals. The announcement was made during a meeting held by the office of a national export control work coordination mechanism in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.

According to Namibia Press Agency, the meeting brought together multiple state organs such as the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Public Security, and the General Administration of Customs. These entities are collaborating to enhance measures aimed at preventing the illegal trade of valuable minerals critical to national interests. The concerted effort underscores the importance China places on safeguarding its strategic mineral resources.