China halts critical exports as Trump’s trade war intensifies

The move threatens to choke off supplies to automakers, aerospace manufacturers and military contractors.

View in browser|nytimes.com April 14, 2025 China has suspended exports of a wide range of critical minerals and magnets, threatening to choke off supplies to automakers, aerospace manufacturers, semiconductor companies and military contractors around the world. Keith Bradsher/The New York Times The timing of production disruptions is hard to predict. → MORE COVERAGE The White House released the results of President Trump's annual physical exam. → Opinion James Carville: How to turn President Trump's economic chaos against him. → A man was charged with setting fire to the Pennsylvania governor's mansion while Gov. Josh Shapiro was inside. → Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018