rare earth minerals
US Suspends Sanctions on Chinese Intelligence Agency to Preserve Trade Agreement
Dec 04, 2025 05:31 pm CST
The Trump administration has halted plans to sanction China's ministry of state security over the extensive Salt Typhoon cyber espionage campaign to maintain the recent US-China trade truce. This decision, along with postponing new export controls, follows the October framework agreement where both nations made concessions to ease trade tensions.
Xi Jinping and Trump Discuss Taiwan, Trade, and Ukraine in Strategic Phone Call
Nov 25, 2025 02:42 am CST
President Xi Jinping and Donald Trump held a significant phone call addressing Taiwan tensions, trade agreements, and the Ukraine conflict while confirming mutual state visits for 2026. The conversation builds on recent diplomatic progress made during their October meeting in South Korea, where preliminary agreements on tariffs, rare earth minerals, and agricultural exports were established between the world's two largest economies.
Baloch Leader Exposes Human Rights Crisis: Pakistan's Military Accused of Genocide in Balochistan
Nov 21, 2025 04:59 pm CST
Baloch activist Mehran Marri condemns Pakistan's military for systematic human rights violations in Balochistan, describing a situation of "genocide at full escalation" characterized by enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and arbitrary detentions. Marri highlights how resource-rich Balochistan remains impoverished while its minerals are exported internationally, and calls for greater international scrutiny of Pakistan's actions in the region.
The Busan Summit: Redefining US-China Relations in a New Era of Strategic Partnership
Nov 03, 2025 07:27 pm CST
The historic meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the APEC Summit in Busan signals a potentially transformative shift in global power dynamics. What Trump enthusiastically framed as a "G2" summit has yielded not only a significant trade truce but raised profound questions about the emergence of "Chimerica" - a bilateral condominium that could reshape international relations through a new power-sharing arrangement between Washington and Beijing.
Trump Acknowledges Mutual US-China Threats While Pushing for Global Denuclearisation
Nov 03, 2025 02:41 pm CST
President Trump recognizes the US as a threat to China while discussing nuclear arsenals and calling for denuclearisation efforts. Despite competitive relations, he advocates cooperation between the nations while addressing concerns about China's growing nuclear capabilities and leverage in rare earth minerals essential for American technology and defense industries.
Trump and Xi Meet in South Korea: First Face-to-Face Summit in Six Years Amid Ongoing Trade Tensions
Oct 30, 2025 10:48 am CST
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held their first face-to-face meeting in six years in Busan, South Korea, addressing critical issues including trade tensions, technology transfers, and rare earth mineral access. Both leaders expressed optimism about strengthening bilateral relations despite ongoing challenges, with negotiators establishing a framework agreement ahead of the high-stakes diplomatic summit.
US and Japan Forge Strategic Partnership to Secure Critical Minerals and Rare Earths Supply Chains
Oct 28, 2025 03:49 pm CST
The United States and Japan have signed a landmark agreement to strengthen the security and resilience of critical minerals and rare earths supply chains, as President Trump visits Tokyo. This strategic partnership comes amid growing concerns over China's tightening restrictions on rare earth exports, with both nations committing to joint projects addressing supply gaps for essential components used in magnets, batteries, and other advanced technologies.
President Trump Meets Japan's First Female PM Takaichi: Strengthening US-Japan Alliance Amid Asian Trade Negotiations
Oct 28, 2025 12:14 pm CST
President Trump's meeting with Japan's first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi marks a significant diplomatic engagement focused on securing $550 billion in Japanese investment and critical minerals agreements. The Tokyo visit, part of Trump's broader Asia tour, showcases strengthening US-Japan relations while addressing regional economic challenges ahead of crucial talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in South Korea.
Trump's Asia Tour: Securing Critical Minerals and Trade Deals with Southeast Asian Nations
Oct 28, 2025 02:42 am CST
US President Donald Trump's first Asia visit since returning to office has yielded significant trade agreements and critical mineral cooperation with Southeast Asian nations. During his summit in Malaysia, Trump signed deals with Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia that maintain certain tariffs while offering exemptions and securing promises for aircraft purchases worth billions. These agreements aim to reduce China's dominance in rare earth minerals while providing preferential market access for American goods.
Trump's Critical Asia Tour: Navigating Trade Tensions with China and Regional Diplomacy
Oct 21, 2025 11:31 am CST
President Trump embarks on a pivotal Asia tour this week that could reshape global trade relations. With planned visits to Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea, the highlight will be an anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping amid escalating tariff threats and export restrictions. The outcome of these high-stakes negotiations could determine the future of international commerce and regional stability across the Asia-Pacific.