Why China may be better placed than US in tussle for rare earths

Is China In A Better Position To Win The Rare Earth Mineral War

Is China In A Better Position To Win The Rare Earth Mineral War During an October swing through Southeast Asia, US President Donald Trump struck same-day agreements with Malaysia and Thailand to deepen cooperation on critical minerals and rare earths, underscoring Washington’s push to diversify…

Why China may be better placed than US in tussle for rare earths

While Beijing has long engaged with resource-rich nations, Trump’s Washington is seen as more ‘aggressive’ and reactive.