US-EU trade ties under serious strain

Strained trade ties between the U.S. and the EU are causing concern, particularly with looming tariffs on key goods. European leaders are seeking new trade agreements as tensions escalate. Meanwhile, China’s control over rare earth minerals poses a significant challenge, affecting industries from smartphones to electric cars. The podcast highlights the environmental and social costs of rare earth mining in China, shedding light on illegal land use and the health impacts on local communities.