China’s Rare Earth Strategy and Global Impact

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China has strategically developed its rare earth industry over the past half-century, leveraging low environmental standards and innovative extraction techniques to dominate global supply, especially of heavy rare earths crucial for high-tech applications, positioning itself as a key player in the global market.
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