China slapped with rare earth trade dispute

Tue, 03/13/2012 - 08:56 EDT - MSNBC - Business

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The EU, US and Japan formally asked the World Trade Organization to settle a dispute with China over export restrictions on rare earths, which are crucial in manufacturing.

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