Ed Conway on Living in the Material World
The economics journalist talks about his travels to see how the substances we need for modern life are extracted and produced, the trade-offs involved and...
WuXi Waylaid
When Congress resumes next month, the BioSecure Act will be one of its top priorities. The bill, which could dramatically reorder the global pharmaceutical supply...
Who’s Who in the Rare Earth Industry
China has a virtual monopoly over midstream processing of rare earths.
Black Prices for White Gold
China’s largest lithium producers have warned of losses this year despite expected strong demand for the key battery ingredient.
Gunpowder Gambit
China’s role in the gunpowder supply chain is spurring concerns in Washington and Brussels.
The Taiwan Debate Is Heading in a Dangerous Direction
Discussions within U.S. policy making circles take too little account of the devastating impact any conflict could have on the global chip industry.
Why Small Packages Are A Big Deal
Stemming the tide of low-cost imports coming into the U.S. from China is proving tricky.
Chinese Battery Makers Get Solid Support
Braving the frigid cold of the Chinese winter last December, William Li, chief executive of Chinese automaker NIO, drove for 14 hours from Shanghai to...
The Solar Flood
Chinese companies dominate the global solar industry, yet rising capacity has sent prices plummeting.
The Rare Earth Rumble
A corporate drama in Australia has high stakes for the West’s quest to build a critical minerals supply chain independent of China.
The Tariff Toll
Tariffs have become a staple of the U.S.’s China policy, but a failure to enforce them properly is creating problems for American companies.
Old Chips, New Opportunities
As the U.S. powers ahead in advanced chipmaking, China is reminding the world that older technology still matters.