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China's Rare Earth Export Curbs Threaten Global Industries

4/21/2025

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China's new export restrictions on rare earth minerals, including dysprosium and terbium, are sending shockwaves through global industries, especially in automotive and tech. With China dominating 90% of processing, countries must urgently diversify their supply chains to avoid production halts and safeguard the future of innovation and green technology.

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China's new export restrictions on rare earth minerals, including dysprosium and terbium, are sending shockwaves through global industries, especially in automotive and tech. With China dominating 90% of processing, countries must urgently diversify their supply chains to avoid production halts and safeguard the future of innovation and green technology.