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'Fully and immediately': US urges China to honour trade commitments, flags concerns over rare earths and farm purchases
By Marcus Chen
How China is tightening its grip on critical minerals with $16 billion mining push in Africa amid US rivalry
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN
Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
More from Marcus →Managing Editor · Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 5:35 PM · 1 min read
China is expanding its footprint in Africa’s critical minerals sector, with $16.3 billion invested in processing and manufacturing projects. As the US steps up efforts to secure mineral supplies, Beijing is seeking greater control across the supply chain.
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