MERICS Data Insight: Critical minerals

In this MERICS Data Insight, MERICS Analyst Altynay Junusova takes a closer look at German and European imports of rare earths. The analysis is a part of our series on China's rare-earths export controls.

Please note that this analysis is embargoed until September 30, 2025, 10 am CEST.

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