中稀土出口政策放宽，境外最大未开发重稀土矿床成西方“依仗”？

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights China's strategic control over rare earth elements, emphasizing their importance in modern industries and military applications, particularly in the context of ongoing trade tensions with the United States [1][2]. - China currently produces approximately 240,000 tons of rare earth elements annually, accounting for about 60% of global production and 85% of processing capacity, while the U.S. only produces around 40,000 tons [1]. - In response to trade tensions, China has implemented export controls on seven categories of medium and heavy rare earths, which are crucial for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and defense technologies [1][2]. Group 2 - China has issued temporary export licenses to suppliers of major U.S. automakers, including General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, with some licenses valid for at least six months [2]. - The Chinese government is willing to expedite the approval process for rare earth exports to European companies, indicating a more open stance in international trade [2][5]. - The Tanbreez project in Greenland is highlighted as a potential significant source of rare earths, with an estimated resource of 45 million tons and a projected net present value of approximately $3 billion, which could reduce Western reliance on Chinese rare earths [3][4].