China Throttles Rare Earths Supplies: India, Foxconn Face Supply Shock | Vantage with Palki Sharma - Firstpost

China Throttles Rare Earths Supplies: India, Foxconn Face Supply Shock | Vantage with Palki Sharma China is tightening its grip on rare earth mineral exports, leaving Indian manufacturers scrambling. Rare earths like neodymium and dysprosium are critical for producing electronics — from iPhones to AirPods to electric vehicles. Apple’s supplier Foxconn, which produces AirPods in India, is now awaiting Chinese approval to resume supplies after Beijing introduced strict export licences earlier this year. India has raised concerns over these trade barriers, calling them “restrictive”, but Beijing insists the controls are here to stay. With U.S. firms also impacted, China’s move highlights its chokehold on global supply chains — and its readiness to use rare earths as a weapon in trade wars, against both rivals and partners alike. --- China | China Rare Earths | Foxconn | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #china #foxconn #rareearths #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. ​ Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. https://www.youtube.com/@Firstpost Follow Firstpost on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpost/ Follow Firstpost on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpostin/ Follow Firstpost on Twitter: https://twitter.com/firstpost Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6zOIrEQIamseyg762V