China’s Control Over Rare Earth Metals Has Become A Critical Lever In Global Geopolitics

President Donald Trump recently announced exemptions for smartphones, laptops, semiconductors, and other consumer electronics from his escalating global tariffs. These products, primarily manufactured in China, are excluded from the 125% tariff imposed on Chinese goods and the universal baseline 10% tariff. However, they remain subject to earlier tariffs, such as the 20% duty tied to China’s

April 14, 2025
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PM Modi Discusses Partnership With Chile On Critical Minerals

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a joint press conference with Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font at Hyderabad House, emphasized the strengthening of bilateral relations between India and Chile. He announced that both nations would begin discussions on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) aimed at fostering mutual benefits. A key focus of this partnership will be on

April 1, 2025
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Trump To Sign Rare Earth Mineral Deal With Ukraine ‘Shortly’, Expresses Hope For Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire

US President Donald Trump announced on March 20, 2025, that he would be signing a rare earth mineral deal with Ukraine "very shortly." This announcement came during an event where he signed an executive order aimed at boosting the production of critical minerals in the United States.Trump emphasized the importance of this deal, noting Ukraine’s significant reserves of rare earth minerals and

March 21, 2025
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In A Dig At China, India’s Approach To Africa Is About Building, Not Extracting: Jaishankar At Japan-India-Africa Forum

At the Japan-India-Africa Business Forum, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasised India’s commitment to fostering mutually beneficial ties with Africa, contrasting this approach with extractive models often seen in other international engagements.Jaishankar highlighted that India’s strategy focuses on capacity-building, skill development, and technology transfer, ensuring that African

February 26, 2025
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