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老美反复无常,特朗普发文称只有东方大国解除对美国稀土出口限制
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-06-16 14:46

Group 1 - The U.S. military's dependence on rare earth elements has reached 97%, indicating a critical reliance that cannot be easily negotiated away [3] - The U.S. has limited domestic refining capabilities, with only 5% of global refining capacity, highlighting a significant vulnerability in the supply chain [3][5] - The Biden administration's efforts to establish a domestic rare earth supply chain have shown limited results, as reported by the Wall Street Journal [5] Group 2 - In 2023, 74% of the rare earth products imported by the U.S. came from China, underscoring the ongoing dependency on foreign sources [6] - Major U.S. companies like Apple and Tesla are facing supply chain pressures related to rare earth materials, prompting them to explore diversification strategies [8] - The shift in global market dynamics is leading to a reconfiguration of power, with countries moving towards de-dollarization and alternative currency settlements [10] Group 3 - The International Monetary Fund reported that the U.S. dollar's share in global foreign exchange reserves fell to 58.9% in Q1 2024, the lowest in 20 years, indicating a decline in U.S. influence [10] - The current situation reflects a broader issue for the U.S. in adjusting its stance towards China, as reliance on critical materials contradicts efforts for technological decoupling [11] - The resilience of China's industrial and policy frameworks suggests that the U.S. may face significant challenges in maintaining its position without addressing structural issues [13]