China’s export controls on rare earths are exposing a critical weakness in Europe. Without these strategic raw materials, high-tech armaments and security projects come to a standstill. Niklas Hintermayer, an expert on security and China policy, on this wake-up call for Europe’s defense capabilities. Europe is at a turning point in terms of security policy. … Continue reading Europe’s dependence on China: How rare earths are becoming a question of defense capability