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Chinese Foreign Ministry Addresses US Tariff Threat Over Rare Earth Magnet Supply

Escalating tensions over trade policy highlight ongoing disputes between major economic powers...
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11.47

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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2025-08-26
Key Impacts
Negative Impacts (8)
Rare-Earth Mining & Processing Companies (e.g., MP Materials, Lynas Rare Earths)
Neodymium Oxide (Nd2O3)
Electric Vehicle (EV) Industry
NdFeB Magnet Manufacturing Sector (ex-China)
U.S. Defense Industrial Base
Consumer Electronics Makers
Total impacts: 12 | Positive: 0 | Negative: 8
Event Overview

Escalating tensions over trade policy highlight ongoing disputes between major economic powers concerning critical supply chain dependencies. The event underscores the use of tariffs as leverage in international negotiations and reveals the strategic value of rare earth resources in geopolitical relations. It reflects the interplay between economic protectionism, diplomatic statements, and the impact of regulatory threats on global trade and industrial supply networks.

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中國外交部回應特朗普稀土磁鐵供應關稅威脅
2025-08-26 15:34

On August 26, at the regular press conference of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a reporter from Deutsche Presse-Agentur asked about US President Trump's statement on Monday that China must ensure the supply of rare earth magnets to the United States, otherwise it will face a 200% tariff. In response, spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated that China has already clarified its position on tariffs many times.

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