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China's Rare Earth Restrictions Threaten India's $32B Smartphone Goal

7/19/2025

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China's new export restrictions on rare earths cast a shadow over India's electronics sector, putting its ambitious $32 billion smartphone export goal for FY2026 at risk. The India Cellular and Electronics Association raises alarms about potential supply chain disruptions and rising production costs. In response, the U.S. is striving for a self-sufficient rare earth supply chain to challenge China's grip on the market.

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China's new export restrictions on rare earths cast a shadow over India's electronics sector, putting its ambitious $32 billion smartphone export goal for FY2026 at risk. The India Cellular and Electronics Association raises alarms about potential supply chain disruptions and rising production costs. In response, the U.S. is striving for a self-sufficient rare earth supply chain to challenge China's grip on the market.