China denies plans to slow coal import inspections

China's customs authorities have denied claims that they will slow inspections of imported coal starting April 1. They stated that reports of delayed inspections and longer clearance times are false. The China Coal Transportation and Distribution Association announced that inspections will actually increase from April 1. This comes amid efforts to manage the oversupplied coal market. The association previously urged members to limit low-quality coal imports and reduce output. No further comments were provided by the association regarding the recent reports.