The 21st Century's Oil: Solving For China's Rare Earth Dominance

Part III: In search of solutions to China's rare earth dominance

Sep 18, 2025 • Matt Haggman

Rare Earths: The Middle Kingdom's Monopoly

Part II: How China won the race for one of the 21st century’s most strategic resources — but at great cost. And why the U.S. let it happen.

Sep 11, 2025 • Matt Haggman

Rare Earths: The Invisible Backbone

Part I: What happens when one country — China — controls the key raw materials inside nearly every modern device?

Sep 4, 2025 • Matt Haggman

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