What is in the Malaysia rare earths deal?
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The Malaysia rare earths deal with the U.S. includes a pledge by Malaysia not to ban or impose quotas on exports of critical minerals or rare earths to the U.S., though details on whether this applies to raw or processed materials remain unclear. The agreement aims to diversify supply chains and reduce dependence on China, with ongoing negotiations on tariffs and exemptions.
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- The U.S. signed trade and critical minerals agreements with four Southeast Asian countries.
- Deals include reciprocal trade agreements with Malaysia and Cambodia, and a framework with Thailand. 14s
- Malaysia pledged not to ban or impose quotas on exports of critical minerals or rare-earths to the U.S. 1m 1s
- China's tightening of rare-earth export controls has prompted the U.S. to seek alternative supply chains. 1m 14s
- The four Southeast Asian countries committed to removing trade barriers and granting preferential access to U.S. goods. 1m 52s
