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A Chinese-backed militia has secured control of new rare earth mines in eastern Myanmar, as Beijing aims to strengthen its grip on these essential minerals amid ongoing trade tensions with the U.S. The rare earths extracted from these mines are crucial for manufacturing magnets used in electric vehicles and other vital technologies. The operations are protected by the United Wa State Army, which maintains close ties with China, thereby facilitating mining activities that are essential for Beijing's supply chain.
Source: YAHOO