Defense tech manufacturers face key mineral shortages as China throttles supply

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Western defense companies are now facing serious delays after China restricted the export of minerals needed to build U.S. military hardware. According to Wall Street Journal, these limits are choking the supply chain for parts used in jets, missiles, drones, and even night-vision gear. Lockheed Martin, RTX, Boeing, Leonardo DRS, and other Pentagon suppliers are now rushing to secure non-Chinese sources, but time and options are running out. The clampdown started earlier this year as tensions be...