Rare earths power modern devices, from electronics to industrial machinery, making their supply a strategic battlefield. Recent events underscore how China’s leverage extends beyond tariffs and into critical minerals access. The takeaway for the world: diversify supply, secure alternatives, and reduce dependence on a single source to protect technology, jobs, and national resilience.
Japan’s Foreign Ministry is creating a new investment-support center to help Japanese companies expand into India. The move targets hurdles such as complex regulations and tax systems that have slowed overseas investment. The center will also deepen cooperation in AI, startups, and critical minerals, aligned with Japan’s aim of driving 10 trillion yen in private-sector investment by 2035.
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India is preparing a new push to strengthen critical mineral processing at home and expand supply chains abroad. Mines Secretary says public sector companies will bid for four copper mines in Chile, aiming to significantly raise domestic copper production. The plan also includes extracting gold from mining residue, turning waste streams into value.
India’s ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra says PM Modi and President Trump share a deep, trust-based relationship that is translating into practical cooperation. He points to expanding work across defense, trade, and critical minerals, arguing the partnership supports India’s transformation agenda toward Viksit Bharat 2047 and aims to lift growth and prosperity.
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