China uses rare earths as new trade war weapon against U.S.
Beijing’s latest export rules on rare earths have reignited trade tensions with Washington. Under the new policy, companies must disclose how and where they’ll use any Chinese rare earth materials — a move that underscores China’s dominance in this critical sector.
Trump responded with tariff threats and export controls on key software. Experts warn the restrictions could “shock the system,” as the U.S. still depends on China for around 70% of global rare earth supply.
Beijing’s latest export rules on rare earths have reignited trade tensions with Washington. Under the new policy, companies must disclose how and where they’ll use any Chinese rare earth materials — a move that underscores China’s dominance in this critical sector.
Trump responded with tariff threats and export controls on key software. Experts warn the restrictions could “shock the system,” as the U.S. still depends on China for around 70% of global rare earth supply.
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