US-China Trade War Escalates with China's Ban on Key Metal Exports

Navarro's Appointment Signals Trade Tension Escalation

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• Donald Trump appointed Peter Navarro to a senior trade role
• Navarro is known for his hardline stance against China
• His appointment may lead to more aggressive trade policies
• Chinese officials are considering strategies to mitigate US sanctions

China Expands Export Ban Amid Tech Trade War

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• China's ban includes graphite for electric vehicle batteries
• Experts: “Critical mineral security is now intrinsically linked to the escalating tech trade war.”
• President Joe Biden emphasizes securing critical minerals through Minerals Security Partnership
• China's ban now applies to all countries, with legal consequences for violators

Urgent Action Needed in Rare-Earth Minerals Strategy

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• Chinese general's visit in Tanzania signals military focus on rare-earth minerals
• U.S. is losing a critical 'war' over rare-earth minerals
• China produces 60% and processes 90% of global supply
• Control over dysprosium and neodymium is alarming
• Call for a 'Manhattan Project' for rare-earths
• Need for alliances with Australia and Canada emphasized
• Shift from market issue to military imperative is crucial

US–China Relations: Tensions Rise Ahead of 2024

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• US–China relationship shows signs of fragility as 2024 approaches
• Trump's potential re-election may exacerbate tensions and tariffs
• Military conflict looms but cooperation is sought
• Biden administration maintains a confrontational posture
• China diversifies trade and enhances military capabilities
• Joint military exercises with Russia noted
• Fear of confrontation may unite citizens against tensions

China's Export Ban Escalates Tech Trade War

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• China's ban on exports includes super-hard materials like diamonds
• Chinese Foreign Ministry: “China firmly opposes the U.S. overstretching...”
• China is a major supplier of gallium and germanium
• China Semiconductor Industry Association: “U.S. chip products are no longer safe...”
• Export restrictions caused a significant price increase for critical minerals
• China's semiconductor industry shows self-innovation despite U.S. sanctions

Texas Trade Policies Shift: Concerns Over China

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• Texas Governor Greg Abbott shifts focus to China in legislation
• Representative Gene Wu warns of potential trade war consequences
• Wu: Trade conflict could increase prices and Asian hate
• Concerns about economic impact on local businesses raised
• Abbott's administration to propose measures in upcoming session

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• China focuses on resolving the housing crisis for recovery
• China's growth forecast revised from 5.2% to 4.7% for 2025
• Analysts predict slight growth improvement to 4.8% in 2026
• Trump's foreign policy expected to escalate US-China rivalry
• China to ease monetary policy after Xi Jinping's meeting
• Politburo plans to adopt
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China's Embargo Escalates Tech War and Trade Tensions

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• China's embargo includes graphite for electric vehicle batteries
• First broad ban on transshipment in export policies
• Jens Eskelund: “Significant escalation of the ongoing tech war”
• Embargo may reconfigure international trade relationships

US-China Trade Dynamics Shift Amidst Tariff Changes

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• China's market share in the US dropped by 7.7 percentage points
• China remains a vital import source for the US
• US imports from EU, Mexico, and Vietnam increased significantly
• Mexico and Canada saw market share increases of 4.2 and 2.9 percentage points
• China redirected exports to Russia, Vietnam, and the EU
• Countries under currency manipulator list include China and others
• Trade will be a primary focus under Trump’s renewed presidency

China's Control Over Rare Earths Intensifies Amid Trade Tensions

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• China controls 36% of the world's rare earth reserves
• China's rare earth supply is 70% of global total
• China negotiating with rebel groups in Myanmar for minerals
• President Xi Jinping visited Morocco for EV investments
• EU imposed tariffs on Chinese EVs for unfair competition
• China challenges EU at the World Trade Organization