
How the U.S.-China Trade War is Weaponizing Rare Earth Elements (REEs)
In a dramatic escalation of economic tensions, the U.S.-China trade war has entered a new, volatile phase. With Washington imposing a 104% tariff on Chinese

Will Control Over REEs Determine the Winners of the AI and Quantum Computing Era?
Artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing are redefining the global landscape. But beneath the layers of software and code lies something more elemental: rare earth

Trump Administration Targets Chinese REEs Imports with 30% Tariff Amid National Security Concerns
In 2025, the Trump administration is considering imposing a 30% tariff on rare earth minerals and magnet components imported from China. This move is part

Trump Administration Moves to Classify REEs as Strategic National Assets
In a pivotal 2025 address to the National Association of Manufacturers, former President Donald Trump announced support for an executive order that would classify rare

China’s REEs Dominance in 2025: Monopoly or Managed Influence?
In 2025, China continues to dominate the rare earth elements (REE) market, controlling over 80% of global processing capacity. While it has long been recognized

Environmental Impacts of REEs Mining: The Hidden Cost of Clean Tech
As the global demand for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and solar panels skyrockets, the spotlight is increasingly turning to rare earth elements (REEs)—the minerals powering