Russia would love nothing more than to weaken China’s grip on the global rare earth mineral market by having the Americans create a new—and massive—demand for their supplies.

The agreement highlights a critical gap in China’s semiconductor ambitions: Without access to advanced U.S. software tools, ...

Deadline looms, extension stalls without Mr Trump’s go-ahead while China is less willing to offer concessions. Read more at ...

Fishing communities in Laos feel effect of pollution from gold, rare earth mining in rebel-controlled areas of Myanmar.

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Electric two-wheeler sales dipped a little over 4% to 102,871 units in July, compared with 107,654 units in the same month ...

Australia has a “shockingly simple economy” and risks being left behind in a global trade war, says Asia-Pacific expert ...

A roundup of current U.S. domestic news highlights Trump's criticism of Fed Chair Powell over interest rates, the expansion ...