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In Myanmar, a rush for rare earth metals is causing a regional environmental disaster

by Admin | Jul 13, 2025 | Daily News, Environment

Source: National Public Radio | By Michael Sullivan “This is just the first chapter of the disaster that’s going to happen to the people, population along the Kok, along the Sai River and along the Mekong,” Pianporn Deetes, from International Rivers,...

China’s Rare Earth Power Play in Myanmar: A Pursuit of Economic Interest Amid Political Unrest

by Admin | Jul 13, 2025 | Environment, News

Source: Outlook Business | By Gargi Shukla  China’s ban on export of rare earth material has got leaders around the world on the edge as restrictions on the supply of these critical minerals threatens to completely stall production in several key industries.  Read...

What to Know About the Rush for Rare Earth Metals in War-Torn Myanmar

by Admin | Jul 13, 2025 | Daily News, Environment

Source: The New York Times | By Hannah Beech In the chaos of war, there’s nothing to stop Chinese firms from ravaging the landscape and extracting the minerals, which end up in China. Read Full Story

China risks global heavy rare-earth supply to stop Myanmar rebel victory

by Admin | Jul 8, 2025 | Daily News

Source: The Asahi Shimbun | By Reuters The global supply of heavy rare earths hinges in part on the outcome of a months-long battle between a rebel army and the Chinese-backed military junta in the hills of northern Myanmar. Read Full Story

Exclusive: Why China’s ultimatum to Myanmar rebels threatens global supply of heavy rare earths

by Admin | Jul 8, 2025 | Daily News

Source: Reuters | By Naw Betty Han, Devjyot Ghoshal, Shoon Naing and Poppy Mcpherson The ultimatum issued by Chinese officials to the KIA in a meeting earlier this year, which is reported by Reuters for the first time, underscores how Beijing is wielding its control...
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