Group 1 - The core agreement between the US and Australia focuses on a critical minerals deal aimed at countering China's influence, with a projected value of $85 billion [1] - Both governments will invest $1 billion each in mining and processing projects over the next six months, establishing minimum price floors for critical minerals [1][5] - The US Export-Import Bank announced over $2.2 billion in investment intentions for Australian critical mineral projects, which are essential for advanced defense systems and high-tech manufacturing [2] Group 2 - The "AUKUS" submarine agreement, valued at AUD 368 billion (approximately $239.5 billion), received support from Trump, who aims to expedite the construction of nuclear submarines for Australia [3] - Australia has already invested $2 billion to enhance the productivity of US submarine shipyards and plans to maintain US submarines at its Indian Ocean naval base starting in 2027 [3] - The agreement includes provisions to simplify permitting processes for mining and processing facilities to increase output and enhance cooperation on geological resource mapping [4][5]
特朗普继续推进“美国稀土链”! 美澳签署关键矿产协议 力求达成稀土供应韧性
智通财经网·2025-10-21 00:41