Critical Raw Materials: Managing Dependence on China and Russia (heise.de)

• German import volume for rare earths rose in 2025.
• China and Russia supply 75% of EU rare earth requirements.
• Supply chain concentration poses a risk to industrial resilience.

"Germany's reliance on rare earth metals increased in 2025, highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in EU supply chains. With 50% of the EU's supply originating from China and 25% from Russia, European industrial sovereignty remains at risk. This dependence forces a focus on accelerating domestic mining projects, circular economy initiatives, and forming trade alliances to secure critical materials essential for the green and digital transitions."