Slow US-China trade deal may push Trump's tariff deadlines; rare earth metal supplies may face disruption: Report
Friday, 11 July 2025 () Trade negotiations between the US and China are progressing slower than anticipated, potentially leading to extended tariff deadlines. Deadlock persists, with limited progress in finalizing a deal. China's dominance in rare earth metal supply, controlling 90% of global capacity, poses a threat to the global automobile industry, particularly electric vehicle production.
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