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News & analysis tagged Defense Procurement — diplomacy, politics, and global affairs coverage from Model Diplomat.

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Forrest Bets A$190M on Tungsten Before US Ban
climate_energy

Forrest Bets A$190M on Tungsten Before US Ban

Andrew Forrest's A$190M stake in EQ Resources is a bet that the US will enforce its January 1, 2027 ban on Chinese tungsten, creating a structural deficit the West cannot fill.

2026-07-21
1260H List: Pentagon's Chinese Military Ban
economics_markets

1260H List: Pentagon's Chinese Military Ban

The Pentagon's 1260H list is now an operational weapon, forcing defense contractors to navigate a compliance trap between US bans and Chinese counter-sanctions.

2026-07-21
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