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What is the rare earths mineral deal?

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Recent rare earths mineral deals involve the U.S. securing supply chains for critical minerals through agreements with China, Japan, Malaysia, and Southeast Asian nations. These deals aim to reduce reliance on China, which dominates the rare earths market, and ensure stable access for industries like defense and electronics. The agreements include supply commitments, investment cooperation, and tariff adjustments.

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U.S. and Japan sign rare earth deal to curb reliance on China

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  • U.S. and Japan have signed a framework agreement on rare earths and critical minerals. 3m 57s
  • The agreement aims to secure supply chains and reduce reliance on China. 2m 24s
  • Rare earths are vital for industries such as batteries and electronics. 1m 46s
  • Details of the agreement are not fully disclosed, but cooperation is expected in investment and processing. 2m 49s
  • Japan already has rare earth partnerships with Australia and France, but most supply still comes from China. 3m 13s
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U.S. and Japan sign rare earth deal to curb reliance on China
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CNBC
2 days ago
U.S. and Japan sign rare earth deal to curb reliance on China

President Trump and Japan's Prime Minister signed a framework for securing the supply of critical minerals and rare earths, aiming to reduce reliance on China.

Trump strikes deals on trade, critical minerals in Southeast Asia
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Reuters
3 days ago
Trump strikes deals on trade, critical minerals in Southeast Asia

The U.S. signed agreements with Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam to secure supply chains for rare earth minerals and reduce dependence on China.

U.S. and China reach preliminary trade deal on rare earths, tariffs
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3 days ago
U.S. and China reach preliminary trade deal on rare earths, tariffs

Under a preliminary agreement, the U.S. will not impose 100% tariffs on Chinese goods, and China will continue supplying rare earth minerals to the U.S. for at least a year.

U.S.-Malaysia rare earths deal part of long game, says ex-ambassador
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U.S.-Malaysia rare earths deal part of long game, says ex-ambassador

The U.S.-Malaysia deal includes provisions for rare earths supply, with Malaysia emerging as a new player in the industry and ongoing negotiations on implementation.

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