Does China Pose A Threat To International Uncommon Earth Supply Chains?
Though uncommon earths are relatively abundant in the Earth’s crust, their minable concentrations are less prevalent than for most other mineral commodities. This is partially why they are an essential national resource and have strategic worth. Uncommon earths are necessary elements for a range of merchandise, such as high-tech customer merchandise (computer systems, phones, new energy cars, and so on.) and military equipment (lasers, guidance systems, radar systems, and so on.), among others. The pandemic has inflicted damage on the…