China rare earth dominance

Ionic Rare Earths has signed an agreement with US-based Nth Cycle to strengthen rare earth production and processing capabilities outside China. The partnership aims to support the development of alternative supply chains for critical…

The United States Department of Defense is reportedly advancing a new strategic initiative known as “Deal Team Six” aimed at reducing America’s dependence on China for critical rare earth minerals and strengthening domestic supply chains…

The administration of Donald Trump has directed the majority of its $18.6 billion critical minerals funding toward rare earth projects, despite the sector representing only a small portion of the broader mining and metals…

A new proposal linked to former U.S. President Donald Trump aims to build a strategic mineral reserve by purchasing rare earth elements, including potential imports from China—a move that highlights ongoing concerns over global supply…

The United States is moving forward with discussions with the European Union and Japan to establish a coordinated framework for critical minerals trade, including the possibility of introducing a price floor aimed at stabilizing the market…

Australia-based Lynas Rare Earths has strengthened its strategic partnership with Japan through a long-term supply agreement that aims to reduce exposure to price fluctuations driven by China’s dominance in the rare earth market. The deal…

The United States reportedly has only about two months’ worth of rare earth supplies available for military use, raising concerns over supply chain vulnerability and strategic dependence on foreign sources. The warning was highlighted in a…