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5 articlesRussia is concerned by US, EU rare earth activity in Central Asia, media reports
A Russian deputy foreign minister expressed concern to a Russian newspaper about U.S. and EU efforts to secure rare earth elements and critical minerals in Central Asia. The report, sourced from Reuters, presents Russia's stated position on Western economic activity in a geopolitically significant region.
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PM Modi leaves for Sweden after Netherlands visit boosts strategic ties
Prime Minister Modi concluded a two-day visit to the Netherlands where he signed 17 bilateral agreements on defence, critical minerals, and cooperation, then departed for Sweden. The visit included bilateral talks with Dutch PM Rob Jetten focused on strengthening strategic ties between the nations.
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Rare earth strategy provides ‘opportunities for Africa’ as US attempts to counter China
The US is shifting its critical minerals strategy to fund African processing and mining infrastructure, acknowledging it cannot yet match China's integrated supply chain capabilities. A US development finance official notes the US and Europe lack the industrial backing for processing and downstream manufacturing that China has established.
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Japan pivots Indo-Pacific strategy toward Southeast Asia
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced updates to Japan's Indo-Pacific strategy during a Vietnam visit, refocusing on energy security, critical minerals, and strengthening ASEAN resilience.
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Brazil and India deepen ties with critical minerals deal
Brazilian President Lula da Silva and Indian Prime Minister Modi signed a bilateral agreement focused on critical minerals and rare earth elements (REEs), aiming to promote reciprocal investments in exploration, mining, and infrastructure development in both nations.
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