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US executive order targets Chinese rare earths in defense

A US executive order requires major arms manufacturers to trace supply chains and phase out Chinese rare earths.
WHO: US executive order
WHAT: Major arms manufacturers must trace multi-tier supply chains and phase out Chinese rare earths.
WHEN: Aug 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The order is aimed at ending years of reliance on cheap minerals from China by requiring active phase-out of Chinese rare earths.

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