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China & United States — United States Geological Survey

11 shared events · Importance 6 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026

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China: China confirmed seven of its nationals among the victims and pledged emergency humanitarian aid to Venezuela, with further support if requested.
United States — United States Geological Survey: The United States — United States Geological Survey reported the magnitudes and epicenters of the earthquakes and issued a high-level PAGER alert, warning of potentially catastrophic human and economic losses.
Apr 20, 2026 · 323 articles
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Business
China: China's dominance in rare earths is being challenged as Western nations seek alternatives. China's export restrictions prompted this shift, but it retains processing dominance.
United States — United States Geological Survey: The USGS provided reserve estimates for China and Brazil.
Aug 20, 2026 · 20 articles
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Domestic
China: China's dominance in critical minerals processing is the central concern driving U.S. policy, and its export controls have prompted the U.S. push for self-sufficiency.
United States — United States Geological Survey: Provided estimates on scandium and germanium demand.
Mar 08, 2026 · 112 articles
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Regulatory
China: Dominant supplier of critical minerals; the order aims to reduce U.S. dependence on Chinese-controlled supply chains, potentially affecting Chinese export revenues.
United States — United States Geological Survey: Provided data on U.S. reliance on China for critical minerals.
Jul 08, 2026 · 12 articles
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Business
China: China is the dominant player in mineral supply chains, and India's efforts to secure lithium are aimed at reducing reliance on China. The deal could slightly shift market dynamics.
United States — United States Geological Survey: The USGS is cited as the source for lithium resource estimates in Chile, providing context but not directly affected by the event.
Aug 11, 2026 · 6 articles
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China: China's ambassador complained about aid coordination, reflecting diplomatic friction but limited direct impact.
United States — United States Geological Survey: The USGS provided seismic data and analysis, helping to understand the earthquake.
Aug 10, 2026 · 321 articles
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China: Pledged humanitarian aid, supporting Colombia's recovery.
United States — United States Geological Survey: Determined the earthquake's natural cause, helping counter misinformation.
Aug 13, 2026 · 93 articles
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China: Mentioned among countries providing international rescue teams.
United States — United States Geological Survey: Provided magnitude measurements for the earthquakes.
Apr 20, 2026 · 271 articles
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United States — United States Geological Survey: The United States — United States Geological Survey reported the earthquake's magnitude as 7.1 and its depth as 10 kilometers.
Jan 07, 2025 · 6 articles
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United States — United States Geological Survey: The United States — United States Geological Survey has been publishing lower-resolution satellite imagery, aiding in the detection of major fires caused by the conflict.
Mar 17, 2026 · 108 articles
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Business
Apr 27, 2026 · 7 articles
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