Japan Pursues Independent Rare Earth Supply Chain with Australia and Brazil
Japan is taking steps to create a rare earth supply chain that does not rely on China, partnering with Australia and Brazil in this initiative.
Japan is actively working to establish a rare earth supply chain that is independent of China. This initiative involves collaboration with Australia and Brazil.
The move comes as Japan seeks to diversify its sources of rare earth elements, which are critical for various high-tech industries.
By forming this partnership, Japan aims to enhance its supply chain resilience and reduce its dependency on Chinese imports.
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Update at 10:45 UTC on 2026-06-03
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Sources: Mining & Resources