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Rare Earths, Economic Versus National Security, and the WTO Vaccine Debate

Published: Feb. 18, 2021, 3:11 p.m.

b'In this episode, Andrew and the Trade Guys break down reports that China is mulling export restrictions on rare earth minerals, a move that could imperil production of U.S. military planes and other high-tech goods. They\\u2019ll analyze how the Biden administration is reforming the Trump administration\\u2019s view that economic security is a component of national security. Plus, the Trade Guys will react to the WTO\\u2019s incoming director-general, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, latest comments on the WTO\\u2019s role in vaccine manufacturing and distribution.'