Australia is positioning itself as a partner in efforts to secure and diversify Western supply chains for rare earths and critical minerals, as the United States works to reduce its reliance on China.
Rare earths and critical minerals are essential for defense and energy applications, and China’s control over supplies raises national security concerns for the United States. This presents an opportunity for Australia as it looks to reach a broader deal on trade and security with the Trump administration.
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