Chinas Rare Earth Metals Monopoly: Does It Undermine U.S. Security?

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The paper examines the geopolitical implications of rare earth metals, which are essential for various technologies yet often overlooked. It highlights China's dominance in production, supplying 97% of global demand by 2010, and discusses the significant price increases and trade embargoes, particularly against Japan. The analysis considers whether China's monopoly poses a security threat to the United States, supported by a review of security literature and the Copenhagen school approach. Solutions to this potential security issue are also explored.