Up Late: Iron ore cartel to protect us against China? Like every nuclear option, there will be fallout

Ben Harvey explains why an Australian iron ore cartel is being considered to combat China’s determination to squeeze the nation for cheap iron ore prices, in the face of HUGE implications for everyday Aussies.

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Ben Harvey explains why an Australian iron ore ‘cartel’ is being considered to combat China’s determination to squeeze the nation for cheaper iron ore prices, in the face of HUGE implications for everyday Aussies.

In tonight’s show, Ben Harvey explains why an Australian iron ore ‘cartel’ is being considered to combat China’s determination to squeeze the nation for cheaper iron ore prices, in the face of HUGE implications for everyday Aussies.

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