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Congo Conflict Disrupts Global Tin Supply

March 26, 2025 1 min read
author Anamika Mishra [Sub Editor]

The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has significantly disrupted the global supply of tin, a critical material used in electronics, automotive, and construction industries. The DRC is one of the world’s largest producers of tin, but the conflict has resulted in the closure of mining operations and difficulties in transporting the mineral to international markets. This disruption has led to shortages in global supply chains, pushing tin prices to higher levels. The DRC’s political instability and the ongoing violence have made it increasingly difficult for companies to secure a reliable source of tin, which is vital for soldering and manufacturing electronic components. The tin supply crisis is particularly concerning for industries that rely on the mineral for the production of high-tech devices, such as smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles. The situation highlights the fragility of global supply chains and the challenges of sourcing critical materials from conflict-prone regions.




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The U.S. Is Not Prepared to Win an Economic War Against China-Built Containerships, Farmers, Ocean Carriers Warn

March 25, 2025 1 min read
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As tensions between the U.S. and China continue to escalate, U.S. farmers, ocean carriers, and logistics experts are warning that the country is ill-prepared to win an economic war against China, especially when it comes to the global container shipping market. Many of the ships operating in the U.S. are built by Chinese manufacturers, which raises concerns about reliance on China for critical shipping infrastructure. U.S. farmers, who rely

heavily on exports, fear that disruptions in shipping could affect their ability to sell goods abroad, especially given the global nature of supply chains. Similarly, ocean carriers are concerned that retaliatory tariffs or disruptions in the shipping industry could significantly increase costs and reduce the flow of goods. This warning highlights the vulnerabilities in U.S. supply chains, with the agricultural and logistics sectors particularly at risk if tensions continue to escalate.


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