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General · 11 April 2026

EU and US near deal on key minerals

EU and US near deal on key minerals

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Supply chains for key materials may become more secure as countries seek alternatives. The European Union and United States are close to agreeing a plan to work together on producing and securing critical minerals, aiming to reduce reliance on China. The deal is part of a broader push to coordinate sourcing and processing of materials needed for modern technology.

Reported by The Japan Times · How we write briefs

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