China Halts Rare Earth Exports Globally, Escalating Trade Clash

Catenaa, Saturday, April 19, 2025- China has suspended all exports of rare earth minerals and related magnets, cutting off critical supplies to the US, Japan, Germany and other nations in response to President Donald Trump’s sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs. Beijing imposed export restrictions April 4, requiring licenses for rare earth shipments. However, the licensing system […] source: https://investors.catenaa.com/news/china-halts-rare-earth-exports-globally-escalating-trade-clash