Trump order enables export curbs to keep critical minerals in US
Why it matters: The move lets the Commerce Department restrict shipments of mineral-bearing waste as Washington tries to cut reliance on China.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times
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#Defense Production Act
Trump invokes Defense Production Act to refill US missile stocks
Why it matters: The move points to strain on US munitions after the 15-week Iran war and could redirect supplies from partners such as Ukraine and Taiwan.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +1