RARE EARTH MINERALS

Jun 10 2025POLITICS

The Rare Earths Gambit: Trump and Xi's Phone Call

On June 5th, a phone conversation between U. S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping took place. This was the first direct talk between the two leaders since Trump's second term began and since tensions soared in the 2025 U. S. -China trade war. Trump quickly shared his thoughts on social media, calling the call a success for his administr...

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Jun 08 2025POLITICS

London Talks: Tech, Tariffs, and Tensions Between US and China

A recent conversation between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping aimed to smooth things over. Yet, the US-China trade talks in London are still filled with tension. The talks are set to discuss several fresh disputes that have strained relations. These disputes could put a fragile truce over tariffs at risk. The two nations agreed to suspend most of th...

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Jun 07 2025BUSINESS

The Rare Earths Game: China's Strategic Hold

China and the United States are locked in a high-stakes game over rare earth minerals. These minerals are crucial for many industries, from cars to military tech. The US has been pushing China to ease restrictions on these exports. The US President recently claimed that China's leader had agreed to restart the flow of these vital materials. However, experts are s...

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Feb 09 2025POLITICS

The unanswered question: What is the true relationship between Trump and Putin?

People are curious about whether Trump has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin. However, they don’t know exactly when or how many times. Trump mentioned his conversation with Putin in an interview published on Saturday. He explained that Putin’s goal is simple: “He wants to see people stop dying. ” Don’t hold your breath. Trump hinted that a meeting ...

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Trump's Deal: Ukraine's Riches for US Aid

A unique proposal has surfaced in the midst of Ukraine's ongoing battle, driven by the United States desire to offset international assistance. Trump's new stance is to access Ukraine's vast rare earth minerals and crucial minerals. The push for access has been coming from diverse sources before, lobbyists and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy among them. Z...

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