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China's Stranglehold on Coveted Rare Earth Minerals

State of the World from NPR

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The Transformation of the Rare Earth Minerals Market

This chapter explores the intricacies of the rare earth minerals market, focusing on China's two-tier pricing system and its unintended consequences, including smuggling. It highlights the efforts of American companies to reduce reliance on China amidst recent supply disruptions and increased domestic investment in rare earth refinement.

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