特朗普投资上百亿开发稀土，中国传来消息，对美出口暴涨6倍

Core Viewpoint - The recent surge in China's rare earth magnet exports to the U.S. in June, which increased by 600% compared to May, reveals a strategic maneuver in China's rare earth policy aimed at maintaining control over the global supply chain while undermining U.S. efforts to establish independence from Chinese supplies [1][4]. Group 1: Export Dynamics - In June, China's rare earth magnet exports to the U.S. reached 353 tons, a significant increase from just a few dozen tons in May, indicating a return to normal levels after a period of near-zero exports [1][4]. - The focus of these exports is on rare earth magnets, a relatively low-end product, which is easier to produce compared to high-purity rare earth materials that are subject to strict export controls [4][6]. Group 2: Strategic Implications - China's export strategy is designed to create a "controlled release" mechanism, where each batch of rare earths is subject to stringent approval processes, allowing China to monitor buyer information and usage [4][6]. - This approach aims to maintain U.S. dependency on Chinese supplies while simultaneously reducing the incentive for U.S. companies to invest heavily in alternative supply chains [6][7]. Group 3: Long-term Strategy - China's rare earth strategy has evolved from "total control" to "structural control," allowing for selective export of low-end products while maintaining strict controls on high-end products to preserve its monopoly [6][7]. - By leveraging rare earths as a strategic tool, China seeks to influence discussions on technology restrictions and trade tensions, effectively using its resources to create a psychological dependency among U.S. firms [6][7].