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The Global Race for Rare Earth Minerals

State of the World from NPR

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The Global Competition for Essential Minerals

This chapter delves into the competition for rare and critical minerals between the U.S. and China, spotlighting the geopolitical challenges posed by their scarcity. It discusses President Trump's initiatives to boost U.S. production and examines the implications of rising demand for these resources across various high-tech sectors.

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