critical minerals supply chain
PM Modi Launches Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation Partnership at G20 Summit
Nov 23, 2025 02:49 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a groundbreaking trilateral partnership between India, Australia, and Canada focused on technology, innovation, and sustainable development during the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg. The Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership aims to strengthen cooperation in emerging technologies, supply chain resilience, clean energy initiatives, and artificial intelligence adoption across three continents.
Trump and Xi Meet in South Korea: First Face-to-Face Summit in Six Years Amid Ongoing Trade Tensions
Oct 30, 2025 10:48 am CST
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held their first face-to-face meeting in six years in Busan, South Korea, addressing critical issues including trade tensions, technology transfers, and rare earth mineral access. Both leaders expressed optimism about strengthening bilateral relations despite ongoing challenges, with negotiators establishing a framework agreement ahead of the high-stakes diplomatic summit.
Strategic Diplomacy: How Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi Strengthened US Alliance During Trump's Visit
Oct 28, 2025 06:41 pm CST
Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi employed sophisticated diplomatic strategies during US President Donald Trump's first visit, securing critical minerals agreements, accelerating defense commitments, and leveraging personal connections through the Shinzo Abe legacy. The visit showcased Tokyo's commitment to strengthening the US-Japan alliance through carefully orchestrated diplomatic gestures, strategic agreements, and symbolic exchanges designed to appeal to American priorities.
Pakistan Ships First Rare Earth Minerals Consignment to US: A $500 Million Investment Partnership
Oct 06, 2025 09:31 pm CST
Pakistan has sent its first shipment of rare earth minerals to the United States under a new $500 million partnership agreement. US Strategic Metals plans to invest in mineral processing facilities in Pakistan, potentially generating billions in revenue while helping the US reduce dependency on other suppliers. However, opposition party PTI has raised concerns about transparency in the deal, demanding full disclosure of the agreement terms.