China's Rare Earth Industry and Export Regime Economic and Trade Implications for the United States

Format:

Book

Government document

Author/Creator:

Library of Congress. Foreign Affairs Division

Contributor:

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service. Resources, Science, and Industry Division

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Defense industries.

Export controls.

International economic relations.

International trade.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Contained In:

ProQuest U.S. Congressional Research Digital Collection

Place of Publication:

[United States] [publisher not identified] 2012

Summary:

Examines economic and trade implications of China rare earth policies for the U.S. Provides overview of U.S. dispute with China over its export restrictions of rare earth elements used for modern military weapons and other critical technology. Discusses level of U.S. rare earth trade with China, how Chinese policies have affected rare earth prices for U.S. firms, possible motivations behind Chinese restrictions of rare earth exports, and international responses such as World Trade Organization dispute settlement case brought by the U.S., Japan, and the European Union in Mar. 2012 against China over its rare earths restrictions. Reviews Chinese rare earth industry and government policies, covering their evolution, recent developments, and effectiveness in meeting Chinese government goals. Includes tables and graphs

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Microfiche version Library of Congress. Foreign Affairs Division. China's Rare Earth Industry and Export Regime

Publisher Number:

CRS-2012-FDT-0313

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