SMRTR Science & EngineeringApr 24, 2025Ars Technica

Sadly for China, rare Earth elements aren’t actually all that rare

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China is restricting exports of critical minerals and rare earth elements used in high-tech products, escalating trade tensions with the US. While potentially disruptive in the short-term, experts suggest the impact may be limited as countries develop alternative sources and technologies to reduce dependence on Chinese supplies.

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