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US-backed tungsten projects in Kazakhstan challenge China's export grip

US-backed mining projects in Kazakhstan aim to develop alternative tungsten supplies as global prices surge over 200% since May 2025 following Beijing's export controls. The move seeks to reduce Western dependence on Chinese tungsten, but Chinese investment already holds an operating foothold in the region, complicating efforts.

South China Morning Postabout 19 hours agoUS, KZ, CNengCredibility 27%View source

Score Breakdown

Mosaic Score7.3
Model confidence0.5
Significance0.8
Source credibility0.3

Intelligence Tags

#tungsten#critical-minerals#export-controls#supply-chain#central-asia

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KazakhstanBeijing

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