China’s curbs on rare earth exports are reflected in trade data as value plummets in May, and risks to US supply chain are seen.

China's decision to restrict exports of a range of rare earths and magnets has tripped up the supply chains central to automakers and aerospace manufacturers.

Beijing says it is ‘willing to enhance communication’ on strategic minerals, which have taken centre stage in US-China trade negotiations.

China’s curbs on rare earth exports are reflected in trade data as value plummets in May, and risks to US supply chain are seen.

The auto industry has been hit particularly hard by China's rare earth export restrictions, but analysts warn Western defense giants are also vulnerable.

A fully integrated rare earth supply chain within the U.S. is doable—with government support and private-sector innovation.

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