Business · 4 hours ago
MPs Warn UK Too Dependent on China for Rare Earths
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A Commons business committee report says Britain is dangerously exposed to Chinese control of critical minerals needed for fighter jets, AI and green energy. Chair Liam Byrne warned the UK cannot rearm, build AI or hit net zero without secure supplies. MPs want a dedicated finance facility to back new mines and refining, and closer work with G7 and Indo-Pacific partners to find alternative sources.
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