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China Halts Rare Earth Exports, Escalating Trade War

4/14/2025

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In a bold response to President Trump's steep tariffs of up to 145%, China has stopped exporting vital rare earth minerals and magnets to the U.S. This decision jeopardizes global supply chains and critical industries. In turn, the Trump administration is gearing up to stockpile deep-sea metals, intensifying the ongoing trade conflict.

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Story summary

In a bold response to President Trump's steep tariffs of up to 145%, China has stopped exporting vital rare earth minerals and magnets to the U.S. This decision jeopardizes global supply chains and critical industries. In turn, the Trump administration is gearing up to stockpile deep-sea metals, intensifying the ongoing trade conflict.