U.S. to Ensure Rare-Earth Supply Amid Trade War With China
- Commerce report recommends faster permitting, U.S. exploration
- China accounts for 70% of global production of rare earths
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The U.S. will take steps to ensure it doesn’t get cut off from the supply of rare earths used in everything from the production of computer screens to missile systems and mobile phones, Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said.