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US, India Race for Rare Earth Alternatives Amid China Tensions

6/26/2025

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China's grip on rare earth elements is creating significant hurdles for the US and India as trade tensions escalate. The US is racing to build a domestic supply chain by 2027, while India grapples with disruptions in its auto industry from China's export limits. Both countries are on the hunt for alternative sources, but nationalization efforts in South America and Africa add layers of complexity to their quest.

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Story summary

China's grip on rare earth elements is creating significant hurdles for the US and India as trade tensions escalate. The US is racing to build a domestic supply chain by 2027, while India grapples with disruptions in its auto industry from China's export limits. Both countries are on the hunt for alternative sources, but nationalization efforts in South America and Africa add layers of complexity to their quest.