When Titans Clash

Name: When Titans Clash
Released: 2021-01-29

2021

"When Titans Clash" is a documentary series by CNA Insider that explores the complex geopolitical relationships between the United States and China and their impact on the rest of the world. Each episode focuses on a different aspect of the US-China rivalry, including the historical roots of tensions, the impact of the trade war, the potential consequences of the technology competition, and the implications for Southeast Asia. Additionally, the series examines potential conflicts between China and other countries, including the US, India, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

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About When Titans Clash

"When Titans Clash" is a documentary series by CNA Insider that explores the complex geopolitical relationships between the United States and China and their impact on the rest of the world.

Each episode focuses on a different aspect of the US-China rivalry, including the historical roots of tensions, the impact of the trade war, the potential consequences of the technology competition, and the implications for Southeast Asia.

Additionally, the series examines potential conflicts between China and other countries, including the US, India, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Status: Returning Series
TMDB rating: Not rated
Seasons: 10
Episodes: 17

Seasons and episodes

The latest season with aired episodes is shown first. Specials are kept separate.

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Season 10

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S10 E1Nov 26, 202547 min

As More Countries Race To Mine Rare Earths, Can China’s Dominance Be Broken?

Countries are racing to mine rare earths within one year, before China’s export restrictions kick in. In October 2025, China announced restrictions on rare earth exports, and also on the technology used to process them. The move set off panic amongst US automakers and defense manufacturers. China agreed to pause these restrictions for a year after the Trump-Xi meeting, but the vulnerability remains. The US had inked rare earth deals with Japan, Australia, Malaysia and Thailand amongst others. Europe and the G7 have also announced rare earth industrial plans. But can they complete mine to magnet operations in just one year? With billions pouring into rare earths in the months ahead, is China at risk of losing its grip on the rare earths industry?