The Strategic Logic Behind Washington’s New 180-Day Critical Minerals Ultimatum

Описание: Headline: The 180-Day Countdown: How the US is Weaponizing the Global Supply Chain.

Body: While the world watches the headlines, the United States has quietly activated one of the most significant economic power mechanisms in decades. A new 180-day ultimatum has been issued to global suppliers: decouple your critical mineral supply chains from China, or face immediate exclusion from the American market.

This is not a trade tariff—it is a structural eviction notice.

In this analysis, we examine the strategic logic behind this move. We look past the political rhetoric to understand the specific "Foreign Entity of Concern" rules that are forcing neutral nations like Brazil and Indonesia to pick a side. This is the end of the free-market era and the beginning of security-statism.

We cover:

The Mechanism: What actually happens when the 180-day window closes.

The Leverage: How the US Treasury and Pentagon are forcing compliance without firing a shot.

The Targets: Why "neutral" mining economies are the biggest casualties.

The Consequences: The shift from global efficiency to a fortress economy, and why your electronics and vehicles are about to become part of a geopolitical conflict.

This is not just news; it is a lesson in how modern imperial power operates through finance and logistics.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on verified geopolitical developments as of January 2026.



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