China Squeezes Critical Mineral Supply to US Defense Industry

August 4, 2025

China is restricting the supply of critical minerals to U.S. military manufacturers, the Wall Street Journal has reported, adding that this has forced companies to delay order deliveries as they sought alternative suppliers.

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