US and Australia sign rare earths and critical minerals agreement

The US and Australia have formalised a deal aimed at enhancing the supply of rare earths and critical minerals in response to concerns over China's market dominance. The agreement, a framework for securing supply in the mining and processing of critical minerals and rare earths, outlines a collaborative approach to ensure a reliable supply chain for these essential materials. It highlights the importance of rare earths and critical minerals in the production of advanced technologies, which are crucial fo ...