EnergyReader · 2026-08-02 00:24

Washington Backs Madagascar Rare Earths as Beijing Holds Export Controls

By EnergyReader Newsroom · August 2, 2026

Washington endorsed a rare earths mining project in Madagascar, oilprice.com reported Wednesday (2026-07-29). Beijing has held in place export licensing requirements on seven heavy rare earths it imposed last year in retaliation for U.S. tariffs.

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