China has flooded the market for rare earth or critical minerals, keeping prices low. But Japan learned well over a decade ago of the risks of reliance on China. South Korea hopes through recycling to decrease its dependency on China from 80% to 50% by 2030.
When he was last elected, many were surprised, even in his own camp. This time around, his backers are taking no such chances. We take a closer look at his policy plans. China currently supplies nearly all the world’s processed critical minerals. Could Australia change that (10:52)? And, a reality TV show with a greenfingered twist (19:03).
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