CHINA-RARE-EARTHS

A collection of 2 issues

15 Jan 2026

China announces export restrictions on key rare earth processing technologies

China’s new export controls on rare earth processing technology shift leverage from raw materials to technical know-how, constraining global supply chain diversification efforts and raising risks of broader technological decoupling amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

14 Jan 2026

China imposes export controls on rare earth metals critical to global tech supply chains

China's new export controls on rare earths mark a structural shift in global supply chains, exposing high-tech sectors to strategic risk. The move signals increased weaponization of resources amid US-China competition, with implications for global economic stability.