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China Rare Earth Consolidation Could Hand State Firm US Defence Stake

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China Rare Earth Group is pursuing a controlling stake in Shenghe Resources, which would indirectly grant the state-owned enterprise a stake in the US company MP Materials.

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  • China Rare Earth Group aims to acquire a controlling interest in Shenghe Resources.
  • This move would place Shenghe Resources' existing 3% stake in the US company MP Materials under the control of a Chinese state firm.
  • MP Materials is a critical supplier for the US defense industry, raising concerns over potential state-linked influence over these supplies.

What to watch next

  • Regulatory approval of the proposed acquisition in China
  • Response from the US government regarding the potential ownership shift in MP Materials

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