China has expanded its export restrictions on critical minerals in retaliation to US tariffs. Key materials like rare earth elements now have tighter controls, impacting high-tech industries and defence sectors globally. The move is aimed at leveraging China’s dominance in the global mineral supply chain. Post navigation Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs send global shockwaves, but India may be among least vulnerable – explained in charts US: Markets tumble with S&P 500 down 5% and Dow down 1,600; Trump says ‘some pain’ is worth it