中美谈判期间，美国施压泽连斯基：不能让中国进入稀土市场

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing negotiations between the US and China regarding rare earth resources highlight the strategic importance of these materials, with the US seeking to alleviate its dependence on China while facing challenges in securing alternative sources [1][3][5]. Group 1: US-China Negotiations - The US has proposed a "three-for-one" trade deal involving rare earths in exchange for lifting restrictions on key technologies, but the specifics of the concessions remain vague and lack strategic value for China [3][5]. - The US is attempting to pressure China into relaxing its export controls on rare earths, but China is unlikely to make concessions without substantial and genuine US commitments [1][3]. Group 2: Rare Earths Dependency - The US military heavily relies on Chinese rare earths, with over 80% of the heavy rare earths needed for advanced military technologies sourced from China [5]. - Despite attempts to source rare earths from other countries, the US has found that the refining process remains dependent on Chinese technology, which is significantly advanced [5][11]. Group 3: Ukraine's Role - The US is trying to prevent China from entering the Ukrainian rare earth market, believing that Ukraine's resources could be a potential lifeline for the US [7][8]. - However, Ukraine's high-quality mineral resources are largely in Russian-controlled areas, limiting the potential for US access to these resources [8][10]. Group 4: China's Position - China has developed a self-sufficient rare earth industry and does not require Ukrainian resources, as it has established partnerships in Africa and Southeast Asia for rare earth projects [11][13]. - The geopolitical instability in Ukraine increases investment risks, making China's existing partnerships in more stable regions more attractive [11][13].