Tag: supply chains
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Greer Calls China’s Rare Earths Curbs a ‘Power Grab’ as US-China Trade Tensions Escalate
Background: Why Rare Earths Matter in US-China Trade Rare earth minerals and magnets are central to a wide array of modern technologies, from consumer electronics to advanced military systems. As the United States seeks to secure supply chains and curb perceived strategic leverage held by China, Beijing’s decision to tighten export controls on these materials…
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Trump Pharma Tariffs: Who Loses Under New US Duties
Overview: A surprise tariff move with far-reaching implications In a move that mirrors previous tariff shocks, President Donald Trump announced steep new duties on US pharmaceutical imports via social media. He said that starting October 1, 2025, a 100% tariff would apply to branded or patented pharmaceutical products unless a company is building a manufacturing…