Utah Company Finds Valuable Resources That Could Break China’s Control Over Essential Minerals
Rare Earth Minerals Found in Utah A company based in Utah has uncovered rare earth minerals that could help the United States reduce its reliance on China for essential resources, according to a recent report. Ionic Mineral Technologies has discovered a variety of minerals in clay on its leased land, particularly useful for lithium-ion batteries. […]
China’s key commodities reveal insights about prices and supplies
China’s Commodity Imports Show Mixed Signals in November LAUNCESTON, Australia, Dec 8 – In November, China’s commodity imports presented a mixed picture. While crude oil and iron ore demand remained robust, imports of copper and coal appeared to slow down. Such varied results complicate any straightforward narrative regarding the demand from the world’s largest importer […]
China’s campaign of stealing intellectual property poses a risk to US national security
China’s Threat to U.S. National Security China’s ongoing theft of intellectual property and technological advancements presents a significant challenge to U.S. national security, demanding immediate and comprehensive action. Once a leader in technology, the U.S. now faces serious threats, largely stemming from the covert strategies of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Emerging technologies, like artificial […]
New Zealand Dollar strengthens as China’s trade surplus reaches a five-month peak.
During the Asian trading hours on Monday, buyers showed interest in the NZD/USD pair around 0.5785. The New Zealand dollar has been losing ground against the US dollar following recent trade balance data from China. Attention is now shifting toward the upcoming interest rate decision by the US Federal Reserve on Wednesday. The data released […]
When is China’s trade balance, and how might it impact AUD/USD?
In November, China’s trade balance reached 792.57 billion yuan, marking an increase from 640.4 billion yuan in the previous period. Exports saw a dip of 0.8% in October but rose by 5.7% in November compared to the same month last year. During this time, imports also grew by 1.7% year-on-year, slightly above a previous peak […]
Taiwan Prohibits Communist China’s ‘Little Red Book’ App Due to Online Shopping Scam
Taiwan’s Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) announced on Thursday that access to the Chinese Communist Party’s RedNote app will be blocked for at least a year due to numerous complaints about online shopping scams. The CIB noted that they’ve looked into over 1,700 fraud reports linked to RedNote in the past year, amounting to around $7.9 […]
South African bank is the first on the continent to connect with China’s cross-border payment system.
Standard Bank Approved for CIPS Services at Lujiazui Forum Standard Bank has received the green light to offer CIPS services, a move announced during the Lujiazui Forum in Shanghai, scheduled for June 2025. The official launch of this merger took place at a gathering organized by the South African Reserve Bank, which saw participation from […]
China’s Focus on Neglected Area of Africa Should Worry the US
Washington seems to be neglecting its interests in Africa, potentially facing a strategic setback. While U.S. officials are caught up in discussions about “supply chain resiliency,” China is swiftly investing in crucial infrastructure to gain control of essential minerals. The Lobito Corridor is the last major shipping route in sub-Saharan Africa not dominated by China, […]
Trump talks with China’s Xi
Trump and Xi Discuss Trade and Future Meetings President Donald Trump recently had a conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping. In a post on Truth Social, Trump mentioned that their discussion was quite positive. Topics included trade relations, the conflict in Ukraine, and plans for a potential trip to Beijing in the spring. Trump expressed […]
US strives to challenge China’s dominance in rare earth minerals due to security issues
Mountain Pass Mine: A Shift in Rare Earth Dependency Located at the edge of California’s Mojave Desert, Mountain Pass Mine may look like any barren stretch of land, but it has played a crucial role for decades. This site has been a key producer of rare earth elements essential for modern technology and, by extension, […]