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China's Rare Earth Export Restrictions Disrupt Global Supply Chains

6/26/2025

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China dominates 60% of the world's rare earth production, creating ripples across the US, Europe, and India. Recent export restrictions have thrown supply chains into disarray, prompting US companies to reduce output. With the EU depending on China for 98% of its rare earth magnets, G7 leaders are urgently seeking strategies to diversify and strengthen their supply chains.

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China dominates 60% of the world's rare earth production, creating ripples across the US, Europe, and India. Recent export restrictions have thrown supply chains into disarray, prompting US companies to reduce output. With the EU depending on China for 98% of its rare earth magnets, G7 leaders are urgently seeking strategies to diversify and strengthen their supply chains.