The U.S. is trying to reduce its reliance on China for batteries. Here's what it's up against
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-09-08 21:00 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Asia, China, US Politics, Asia Pacific, Technology
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The Trump administration has been trying to build up the U.S. battery supply chain and reduce its reliance on China. But the funding it has set aside for the effort is small compared with what would be needed to substantially loosen China's grip on the industry, according to analysts and executives who spoke with CNBC.
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