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  1. China, leveraging its rare earth monopoly, is facing scrutiny over its erratic tariff policies and ongoing strategic rapprochement.
  2. Companies are securing rare earth supply chains outside of China, focusing on European and Austrian projects.
  3. China's critical mineral export restrictions are causing Europe (represented by Brussels) to reassess its supply chain strategy, leading to academic studies on alternatives.
  4. The European Union has called for tougher restrictions on imports from China.

The European Union is overhauling its public procurement rules to support domestic industry and counter China's economic might.

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The European Union is overhauling its public procurement rules to support domestic industry and counter China's economic might.

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  1. EU proposes trade protectionism rules to counter China, requiring Parliament approval.1 source
  2. EU is reforming public procurement rules to support domestic industry against China.1 source
  3. EU Commission acts on Draghi's advice and Séjourné discusses procurement rules.1 source

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