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China Tightens Rare Earth Exports; EU Seeks Independence

11/2/2025

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China tightens control over critical minerals by expanding rare earth export restrictions.
The European Union (EU) is in talks to reduce dependency on Chinese supplies.
Maroš Šefcovic, EU trade chief, announced a purchase strategy for better prices.
The White House says China will suspend export controls and investigations after a pact between U.S. President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
The EU welcomed the suspension, but firms still face existing controls.

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China tightens control over critical minerals by expanding rare earth export restrictions.
The European Union (EU) is in talks to reduce dependency on Chinese supplies.
Maroš Šefcovic, EU trade chief, announced a purchase strategy for better prices.
The White House says China will suspend export controls and investigations after a pact between U.S. President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
The EU welcomed the suspension, but firms still face existing controls.