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U.S. and Australia Forge $8.5 Billion Rare Earths Partnership Amid China Export Restrictions

The United States and Australia have launched an $8.5 billion strategic partnership to develop alternative rare earth supplies following China’s export restrictions. The agreement includes immediate $1 billion funding and Pentagon investment in a Western Australia gallium refinery.

Strategic Partnership Announced

President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have confirmed a major $8.5 billion framework agreement to jointly develop rare earth and critical mineral projects, according to reports. The partnership comes as China continues to tighten export controls on heavy rare earth metals that are essential for defense systems, renewable energy technology, and electronics manufacturing.

by Ortega Rafael
EconomyMiningTrade

Australian Mining Stocks Rally Following US Critical Minerals Agreement

Critical mineral producers in Sydney experienced significant stock gains following a new agreement between US and Australian leaders. The deal aims to strengthen America’s supply chain for essential materials used in technology and defense applications.

Market Reaction to Bilateral Agreement

Shares of Australian mineral producers surged in Sydney trading following the signing of a strategic agreement between US President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. According to reports, the deal focuses on enhancing America’s access to rare-earth elements and other critical materials essential for technology and defense applications.

by Bennett Laura
PolicyTrade

US and Australia Forge $8.5 Billion Critical Minerals Partnership Amid China Export Restrictions

President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have finalized an $8.5 billion critical-minerals deal at the White House. The partnership aims to reduce reliance on Chinese exports amid new restrictions on rare-earth materials.

Strategic Alliance to Secure Critical Mineral Supply Chains

President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have signed an $8.5 billion agreement focused on critical minerals, according to reports from the White House. The deal, reportedly negotiated over several months, aims to strengthen supply chains for rare-earth elements essential for technology and defense applications. Analysts suggest this move responds to China’s recent export controls, which require foreign firms to seek government approval for shipments containing trace amounts of Chinese-origin rare-earth materials.

by Bennett Laura