Leaders at a summit in Beijing split over Ukraine and many trade issues. They came together with small steps on climate change and critical minerals.

The two economic juggernauts issued a joint statement on climate change, urging more emission cuts and greater use of green technology.

China exported more rare earth elements in June, with shipments to the US rising by 660% on a monthly basis, according to Beijing’s General Administration of Customs. Total exports of the precious metals increased to 3,188 tons, up around 160% from 1,238 tons in May.