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Rare earths: The global struggle for the raw materials of the future

In his new book, political scientist Jakob Kullik describes how China built a global raw-materials empire over decades – and why Europe is barely prepared for the new geopolitical reality.

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Jakob Kullik
25. May 2026
Jakob Kullik holds a PhD in political science and is an expert in international politics at Chemnitz University of Technology. (© Denise Eusewig)

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Last updated: 25. May 2026

Raw materials
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