How Europe is scrambling to reduce dependence on China’s rare earths

The European Union has launched a new action plan seeking to reduce its dependence on China’s rare earths. CNBC’s Sam ...

The Ultimate Playbook: SMX Just Redefined How Gold, Rare Earths, and Critical Minerals Get Verified

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 3, 2025 / The Western world keeps talking about mineral independence, but most of ...
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Lessons from Japan’s efforts to wean itself off Chinese rare earths

Last month Takaichi Sanae, Japan’s prime minister, said that an invasion of Taiwan could cross the threshold that requires a ...

Inside Europe’s biggest rare earths factory on Russia's doorstep

Developed by Canada's Neo Performance Materials, Europe's largest rare earths facility sits in Estonia's border city of Narva ...

EU's rare earths push is 10 years late and more needs to be done, Boliden CEO says

The European Union should have taken action on rare earths 10 years ago, the boss of Swedish miner Boliden said on Friday, ...

Trump hosts 'Washington Accords' Rwanda-Congo peace deal signing, vows US rare earths purchases

President Donald Trump signs Washington Accords peace deal with Rwanda and Congo leaders, securing rare earth mineral access ...

Why China may be better placed than US in tussle for rare earths

While Beijing has long engaged with resource-rich nations, Trump’s Washington is seen as more ‘aggressive’ and reactive.

US Firms Are Snapping Up the Rare Earths Europe Needs to Rearm

As Europe embarks on a historic rearming effort, its defense companies are scrambling for a vital component in high-tech ...

Lynas Rare Earths: Strategically Positioned, But Premium Priced In

See if Lynas Rare Earths (LYSCF) stock is still a buy after its rally. Get expert analysis on valuation, market position, and ...

The Failed Crusade to Keep a Rare-Earths Mine Out of China’s Hands

The failure of one Western company to build a China-free rare-earths supply shows how Beijing has come to dominate the supply ...

Global demand for rare earths is wreaking havoc on one of Asia’s mightiest river systems

Global demand for rare earth minerals is driving the toxic pollution of some of Asia’s most important rivers, threatening the health and livelihoods of tens of millions of people.

An Auto Holy Grail: Motors That Don’t Rely on Chinese Rare Earths

Weary of being captive to geopolitics, car companies are looking for ways to replace powerful rare-earth magnets in electric ...