China

China, officially the People’s Republic of China, is a country in East Asia. It is the world’s most populous country, with a population of more than 1.4 billion. China spans five geographical time zones and borders 14 countries, the second most of any country in the world after Russia.

China vs US – A Size Comparison

China vs US - A Size Comparison

China is 3.70 million mi²  while the Continental US is 3.1 million mi², when you add in Alaska and Hawaii that works out to be 3.79 million mi². By dragging China over to the United States in QGIS and projecting to the same scale, we can see a good size comparison.

NPR

China puts export controls on 2 metals used in semiconductors and solar panels : NPR

The Chinese government has announced buyers of two metals used in computer chips and solar panels will need to apply for export permits, starting on Aug. 1. The metals, gallium and germanium, are also used in military applications.

The U.S. has been imposing trade limits for several years to try to restrict China's access to semiconductor technology. In a statement, China's Commerce Ministry said the new controls on exporting the metals are to safeguard China's national interests.