US warns world will ‘decouple’ from China if it imposes new export controls
Scott Bessent says Washington will retaliate if Beijing proceeds with policy on rare earths and critical minerals
Scott Bessent says Washington will retaliate if Beijing proceeds with policy on rare earths and critical minerals

High-level talks yield progress ahead of summit between Trump and Xi

US Treasury secretary says US will protect itself from supply shocks in 12-24 months

Canberra emerges as key partner with Washington to counter Beijing’s critical mineral supply chain

Trump administration plans to set price floors, create strategic minerals reserve and take equity stakes

Executives predict Beijing’s tighter controls will lead to production delays and higher prices

Experts question Washington’s suggestion that it can end Beijing’s dominance of sector within two years