Summary Rare earth elements have become one of the most powerful geopolitical tools in the modern global economy. While tariffs and sanctions often dominate headlines, the real leverage in the US-China trade rivalry increasingly revolves around critical minerals that power advanced technologies. China currently controls roughly 70% of global rare earth mining output and close … Continue reading Why Rare Earths Are China’s Trump Card in the Trade War: The Critical Minerals Powering a New Economic Battlefield