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China has approved “a certain number” of export permits for rare earth elements and related items, its commerce ministry spokesman said on Thursday ...

India's rare earth element reserves hold potential, but lagging mining and processing technology hinder exploitation.

Beijing has a virtual monopoly on supply of the critical minerals used to make everything from cars to wind turbines.

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Control of minerals used in electronics has given Beijing powerful leverage in trade negotiations with the U.S.

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