China’s Control Over Critical Minerals Sparks Global Concerns

China’s dominance of the world’s critical minerals production has raised significant concerns globally. While countries like Australia and South America host a substantial portion of lithium reserves, China stands out as the central refiner in the global supply chain. The widespread control China exerts over crucial metals and minerals essential for defense and technology applications is a point of contention. The dependence on Chinese processing plants as the primary global gatekeepers of supply, highlights the significant sway China holds in this industry. Another compelling aspect is the foundation on which China has built its dominance. Through decades of state-subsidized support…