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US-backed rare earths mine in Central Australia moves towards construction

A $1.8 billion rare earths mining project in remote Central Australia, backed by the US, Australia, and Gina Rinehart, has finally broken ground after decades of development.

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Global demand for rare earth elements, critical for high-tech industries and renewable energy, has intensified competition among nations. The US and its allies are seeking to diversify their supply chains, which have historically been dominated by a single major producer.

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Rare Earths Mine Backed by US and Australia Moves Towards Construction

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