Jun 13 2026POLITICS
How the U. S. plans to break free from China’s grip on rare earth minerals
For years, the United States has relied on China to process most of the world’s rare earth minerals—metals like neodymium and dysprosium that power everything from smartphones to fighter jets. China controls about 90% of this market, giving it a powerful tool to influence global politics. The U. S.
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