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RESOURCES: HOW RARE EARTHS BECAME GROUND ZERO IN THE U.S.–CHINA RIVALRY.

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Title: RESOURCES: HOW RARE EARTHS BECAME GROUND ZERO IN THE U.S.–CHINA RIVALRY.
Authors: BLUM, JORDAN (AUTHOR)
Source: Fortune. Dec2025/Jan2026, Vol. 192 Issue 3, p22-23. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Subject Terms: *COMMERCIAL drones, *INDUSTRIAL capacity, RARE earth metals, NATIONAL security, RARE earth oxides, CHINA-United States relations, ELECTRIC vehicles
Geographic Terms: UNITED States, CHINA
Abstract: The article focuses on the U.S. government's recent actions to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals, particularly rare earth elements, which are essential for various technologies and national security. In July, the federal government became the largest shareholder of MP Materials, a California-based miner, and introduced new pricing rules to combat Chinese competition. The U.S. aims to regain its footing in the production and refining of these minerals, which are crucial for products ranging from drones to electric vehicles. Despite the challenges, including China's dominance in refining, there is optimism about potential advancements in U.S. production capabilities and international partnerships, although concerns remain about long-term commitment to these initiatives. [Extracted from the article]
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Abstract:The article focuses on the U.S. government's recent actions to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals, particularly rare earth elements, which are essential for various technologies and national security. In July, the federal government became the largest shareholder of MP Materials, a California-based miner, and introduced new pricing rules to combat Chinese competition. The U.S. aims to regain its footing in the production and refining of these minerals, which are crucial for products ranging from drones to electric vehicles. Despite the challenges, including China's dominance in refining, there is optimism about potential advancements in U.S. production capabilities and international partnerships, although concerns remain about long-term commitment to these initiatives. [Extracted from the article]
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