The European Union and U.S. are nearing an agreement to coordinate on producing and securing critical minerals, part of a push to break reliance on Chinese supplies. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/04/11/eu-us-cricial-minerals-deal/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #rareearths #china #eu #us #donaldtrump
EU and U.S. near critical minerals deal to combat Chinese control

The potential deal would create incentives, such as minimum prices, that could advantage non-Chinese suppliers, according to a draft of an 'action plan.'

The Japan Times