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US-China rare earths dynamics: Scott Bessent slams Beijing’s restrictions; treasury secy claims India & others moving at ‘warp speed’ to cut reliance

US treasury secretary Scott Bessent once again criticised China’s rare earth export controls, saying the United States and its allies are now moving at “warp speed” to build independent supply chains and reduce reliance on Beijing.Speaking to CNN, Bessent said that China’s strategy had been in motion for decades and accused the previous US governments…

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US–China trade reset: From port fees, tariffs to rare earths — What Donald Trump and Xi Jinping agreed on

The trade talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Busan last week resulted in several breakthrough agreements, easing tensions for the two economies. These ranged from soybean purchases, tariff cuts and rare-earth export restrictions and more, though details were initially withheld. The White House on Saturday unveiled the complete terms…

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‘Alerted everyone’: US treasury secy Scott Bessent slams China over rare earth controls; calls it a ‘real mistake’

US treasury secretary Scott Bessent criticised China’s decision to tighten control of rare earth exports, calling it a “mistake” that cautioned everyone.Reflecting on China’s decision to introduce new export restrictions in October, Bessent said the move had revealed Beijing’s willingness to weaponise rare earths, a group of minerals that are vital to defence systems, electric…

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Athiya Shetty’s husband KL Rahul shares a rare glimpse into fun moments with daughter Evaarah, melts hearts as she dresses up like a tiny dinosaur | Hindi Movie News

Indian cricketer KL Rahul, who is married to actress Athiya Shetty, is currently soaking in the joys of fatherhood. The sports star recently took to social media to share a heartwarming set of pictures, offering fans a rare glimpse into his peaceful family moments.In the first photo, Rahul is seen strolling in a park with…

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Rare earth supply: China unlocks shipments to India after 6 months — Which companies can import?

After six months of uncertainty, China has resumed shipments of heavy rare earth magnets to India, offering much-needed relief to manufacturers in the electric vehicle, renewable energy and consumer electronics sectors. However, the shipments come with a key condition, the cargo cannot be re-exported to the United States. The supply flow had earlier been halted…

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World’s first rare white Iberian lynx captured on camera in Spain’s wild mountains | Watch | World News

A rare white Iberian lynx has been spotted in Spain’s Jaén mountains, marking a significant milestone in wildlife conservation. The pale, cream-coated feline is believed to be the first leucistic Iberian lynx ever recorded, displaying partial pigment loss rather than full albinism. Despite its unusual colouring, the lynx retains its sharp eyes and dark ear…

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‘Some Indian companies’: China OKs supply of rare earth magnets to India; what MEA said | India News

NEW DELHI: Govt on Thursday announced “some Indian companies” have got approval from China to import rare earth magnets, to be used in automotive and electronics industries.MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said licenses have been issued, which will enable access to the magnets whose procurement had been stopped after China put curbs on their sale earlier…

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Rare earth boost: Beijing gives Indian firms import licences; MEA studying US-China pact

NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs on Thursday announced that some of the Indian companies have received licenses for importing rare earth magnets from China. During a weekly press briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “Some Indian companies have received licenses for importing rare earth magnets from China. We have to look at how…

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