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U.S. Pushes to Reduce Rare Earth Dependence on China
7/7/2025
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Story summary
- The U.S. seeks to lessen dependence on China for rare earth elements vital for technology and defense.
- Presently, 80% of U.S. rare earth imports originate from China, which dominates 92% of refining capacity.
- Experts caution about risks from China's export controls, advocating for prompt measures to secure U.S. supply chains.
- U.S. companies are innovating eco-friendly extraction methods to decrease reliance on Chinese sources.
