What Are Rare Earth Magnets And Why Do Car Companies Need Them From China?

What Are Rare Earth Magnets And Why Do Car Companies Need Them From China?

Rare earth magnets are in a lot of everyday items, and make a lot of your most basic electronics work, but they're also an essential component in cars.

Exclusive | China has begun issuing rare earth export licences to European firms: EU sources

Development comes as bloc continues push for structural solution to tense issue that has leapt atop bilateral agenda.

China approves certain rare-earth export applications to Europe

Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yadong said at a regular press conference Thursday afternoon that China has always attached great importance to maintaining the stability and security of global production and supply chains.

Farmer fury over rare earths mine approval

A newly-approved rare earths mine has drawn the ire of farmers, who say the US-backed miner and the state government have failed to property consult community.