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Tariffs, tech and leverage: Why China’s rare earth export controls matter for US defence and tech industries

China’s new export controls on rare earth materials have reignited tensions with Washington, prompting President Trump to impose additional tariffs of 100% on China’s US-bound exports. As Beijing leverages its dominance in critical minerals vital to US defence and tech sectors, analysts warn that the standoff signals a deeper struggle for technological and strategic control.

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