China has agreed to address concerns over shortages of rare earths and other critical minerals that stemmed from export controls imposed in retaliation to U.S. tariffs, the White House said on May 17.
In a fact sheet, the White House said China would address supply shortages of yttrium, scandium, neodymium, and indium, which are commonly used in smartphones and military technologies.
The Chinese regime also agreed “to address U.S. concerns regarding prohibitions or restrictions on the sale of rare earth production and processing equipment and technologies.”
Rare earths, a group of 17 elements used in electric vehicle motors, electronics, fighter jets, and submarines, have become a major point of contention in the U.S.–China trade wars….
China to Address US Concerns Over Rare Earth Supply Issues: White House
