Rare earth leverage seen softening US stance before Xi meeting
Ahead of President Donald Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, Trump is taking a less combative approach than usual, with experts citing Beijing’s growing power from critical minerals such as rare earths.
S. President Donald Trump has taken a less combative approach than usual ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, China experts said, suggesting Beijing's growing leverage from critical minerals may be affecting the tone of the talks. The Trump administration has so far not threatened to slap…