# China has agreed to address US concerns over shortages and supply issues involving key minerals like yttrium, scandium, neodymium, and indium.

*business · news · 2026-05-18 · The Financial Express*

## Key points

- China has agreed to address US concerns over shortages of rare earths like yttrium and neodymium.
- China approved its first major Boeing aircraft order since 2017, purchasing 200 planes for Chinese airlines.
- China committed to buying at least $17 billion annually of US farm products through 2028, surpassing previous agreements.
- China restored full access for over 400 US beef facilities and resumed approved US poultry imports.

**Companies:** Boeing
**Countries:** China, United States

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