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US and EU team up on critical minerals to break China dependence for future tech
International
Published on 25 April 2026
A new pact targets the supply chain chokepoint
The US and European Union are deepening cooperation on critical minerals, aiming to cut reliance on China for materials vital to modern industries. Officials have signed an agreement focused on securing and producing these resources. Alongside it, a separate trade plan will tackle unfair practices, strengthening transatlantic ties and diversifying supply chains for emerging technologies.
- US EU signed an agreement on securing and producing critical minerals
- Goal is to reduce reliance on China for technology supply chains
- A separate trade plan will address unfair practices in mineral trade
- The effort strengthens transatlantic cooperation for future technologies
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