Moving heaven and rare earths
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We just got the clearest sign yet that Beijing may strengthen export controls on rare earths.
On Friday, Premier Li Qiang chaired a meeting of the State Council. According to the meeting readout:
"Rare earths are strategic mineral resources."
"It is necessary to coordinate the exploration, developm...