
China’s Rare Earths Power Play: Tighter Controls in High-Tech Supply Chain
Published on: Aug. 22, 2025, 7:02 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
China has tightened controls on rare earths mining and processing, which are crucial for high-tech products like electric vehicles and fighter jets. The new interim measures require government approval and accurate reporting, impacting global supply chains. China's move is partly in response to US technology restrictions.