Tag Archives: China

Mine Games: Understanding the Legislative Landscape of Rare Earth Minerals in the United States and China

By: Matthew Dymowski China dominates the global rare earth mineral market. Rare earth minerals, which contain rare earth elements (REEs), are essential in developing modern technology for both civilian and military use. The United States has long relied on China for these REEs. This dependence has now left the United States in a vulnerable position […]

Navigating Economic Opportunities: China’s Global Trade Expansions

By: Aidan Carney Over the last few decades, the People’s Republic of China has reshaped the dynamics of the global economy. China has leveraged its competitive manufacturing capabilities and highly populated labor force to become a global powerhouse in exports, particularly in clothing, electronics, and machinery. This explosive growth has not only caused China’s GDP […]

Tides of Chance: Exploring the Consequences of China’s UNCLOS Ratification for U.S. Maritime Interests

By: Ammar Asad Introduction Amid the ever-changing landscape of international diplomacy, China’s engagement with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) is a major transformation. This key development could chart a new course for international maritime policy and influence, with considerable implications for U.S. maritime interests across the expansive and dynamic […]

An App Posing an International Threat? The TikTok Ban and What It Could Mean in the U.S.

By: Emily Gross TikTok was first introduced in China in September of 2016. In 2018, it was the most downloaded app, and as of 2022 TikTok had over 3 billion downloads and over 1 billion active users every month. I first heard about TikTok sometime in early 2020, when a co-worker mentioned the app and […]