The Pinch Point #65· Oct 20, 2025

This artwork portrays China's restriction on rare earth exports as a colossal, stylized hand deliberately pinching the source of global technological power. The glowing crystals symbolize the vital rare earth minerals, while the luminous, snapping threads represent the fracturing global supply chains. This act of control leaves key industries, shown as isolated icons, disconnected and vulnerable, visually capturing the essence of the escalating 'supply chain war'.

• Themes: Geopolitical Competition, Weaponization of Trade, Supply Chain Dependency, Technological Sovereignty, Resource Nationalism
• Actors: Government of China, Government of the United States, European Union, Government of Australia, International Monetary Fund, Global Technology Industry
• Tone: Negative
• Impact: Critical