US and Australia sign rare earths deal to counter China’s dominance

AFP via Getty Images US President Donald Trump and Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese shake hands after signing a document on critical minerals at the White House in Washington, DC, on 20 October, 2025AFP via Getty Images

The US and Australia have signed a deal intended to boost supplies of rare earths and other critical minerals, as the Trump administration looks for ways to counter China’s dominance of the market.

Australian Prime Minister…

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