The Strategic Importance of Rare Earth Minerals in US-China Trade Tensions

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The US trade tensions with China revolve around rare earth minerals, which are vital for technology, military, and energy sectors. China currently dominates global production and processing, prompting the US to seek alternative sources and reduce reliance, including efforts in Greenland, Ukraine, and California.
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