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Alexander Vindman on 'The Folly of Realism'

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Minerals Diplomacy and Geopolitical Tensions

This chapter explores the challenges and implications of a potential minerals deal between the U.S. and Ukraine amidst geopolitical tensions. It examines the strategic importance of Ukraine's mineral resources, particularly rare earth elements, for military technologies and how this intersects with U.S. foreign policy and domestic industrial strategy. The discussion further highlights China's dominance in mineral processing and the resulting shifts in international alliances prompted by the pursuit of critical resources.

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