'China running racket': EU attacks Beijing; rare earth curbs cause rift

The EU has strongly criticized China's control over rare earth exports, with a top official labeling Beijing's restrictions a "racket" that jeopardizes Europe's strategic autonomy. The bloc is urged to accelerate efforts to reduce its dependence on Chinese critical minerals by diversifying supply chains and strengthening domestic capacity.

'China running racket': EU attacks Beijing; rare earth curbs cause rift
The EU has strongly criticized China's control over rare earth exports, with a top official labeling Beijing's restrictions a "racket" that jeopardizes Europe's strategic autonomy. The bloc is urged to accelerate efforts to reduce its dependence on Chinese critical minerals by diversifying supply chains and strengthening domestic capacity.