China curbs rare earth exports, raising stakes before Trump-Xi talks

Analysts say Thursday's announcement is China's bid to strengthen its leverage in trade talks with the U.S., ahead of a planned leaders' meeting.

China curbs rare earth exports, raising stakes before Trump-Xi talks
Chinese and U.S. flags wave outside a technology company in Beijing, China.

Analysts say Thursday's announcement is China's bid to strengthen its leverage in trade talks with the U.S., ahead of a planned leaders' meeting.

(Image credit: Pedro Pardo)

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