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🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China reports ‘stunning’ critical minerals finds as hi-tech race with US heats up

China announces significant discoveries of critical minerals, including rare earth elements and fluorite, amidst rising competition with the United States in high-tech sectors.

Mar 21 • 15:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The U.S. Must Recognize 'Deterrence' – Diplomatic Astuteness Explained by an International Political Scholar

An expert discusses the complexities and challenges in U.S.-Japan relations amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions involving Iran and China.

Mar 20 • 21:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Trump Knocks Out Europe in the Hunt for Important Minerals. Unclear What Happens to Norway’s Giant Find.

The U.S. is investing billions to diminish China's monopoly on critical minerals, with significant implications for Norway's rare earth resource, the Fensfield.

Mar 16 • 21:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Caiado anticipates federal government and will sign critical minerals agreement between Goiás and the USA

Goiás Governor Ronaldo Caiado is set to sign a memorandum of understanding with Donald Trump's administration focused on critical minerals.

Mar 16 • 20:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Kast brings Chile closer to the US sphere of influence in the race for critical minerals and rare earths

Chile enhances its cooperation with the United States in the field of critical minerals and rare earths under President José Antonio Kast's administration.

Mar 16 • 04:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Tokyo's Undersea Rare Earth Development, Will the US Be a 'Backer'?... "It Seems to Be Discussed at the US-Japan Summit"

The Japanese government is reportedly negotiating with the United States to jointly develop rare earth minerals from the seabed near Minami-Tori Island, which is believed to hold the world's largest deposits.

Mar 15 • 09:17 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China and US begin fresh round of trade talks in Paris

China and the United States have initiated a new round of trade talks in Paris, focusing on trade, investment, and rare earth minerals ahead of President Trump's impending visit to China.

Mar 15 • 08:53 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

No, we are not prepared

The West's dependence on rare minerals, predominantly controlled by China, highlights Norway's untapped resources, especially in Telemark, amidst slow bureaucratic progress and energy strain looming ahead.

Mar 14 • 12:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The Billion-Dollar Offensive by the US to Secure Brazil's Critical Minerals — and Leave China Behind

The United States has launched a billion-dollar effort to access Brazil's reserves of critical minerals and rare earth elements, aiming to reduce dependence on China.

Mar 13 • 09:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula advocates joint exploration of rare earths with South Africa: 'They have already taken our gold, what more do they want to take?'

During a meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Brazilian President Lula emphasized Brazil's intent to develop rare earth minerals jointly with South Africa for economic and technological benefits.

Mar 9 • 17:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rare earths in Goiás: state signs partnership with Japan to extract minerals

The Brazilian state of Goiás has signed a cooperation agreement with Japan to explore rare earth minerals and enhance research and investment in this sector.

Mar 9 • 16:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil races against the clock in the critical minerals race

Brazil is strategically focusing on its vast reserves of critical minerals, particularly rare earths, as it aims to enhance its role in the global resources market.

Mar 4 • 09:00 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Findings at Fensfeldt in Nome Nearly Doubled: - A Whole New League

Recent updates show that the rare earth elements found in Fensfeldt, Nome, have significantly increased, boosting Norway's potential in critical minerals.

Mar 3 • 08:09 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Why US money may not be enough to break China’s rare earths dominance

The U.S. is attempting to challenge China's supremacy in rare earth minerals by investing significantly in Africa, yet experts caution that financial investment alone may not suffice.

Feb 28 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Race for Rare Earth and Critical Minerals Pressures Historical and Environmental Heritage in MG

The push for control of strategic minerals in Minas Gerais is threatening historical cities and natural heritage due to mining activities.

Feb 28 • 13:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The prices of new cars are dropping, lack of minerals in the USA, and a boom in emerging markets

New car prices in Poland are declining alongside a drop in sales, prompting manufacturers to offer significant discounts; meanwhile, a shortage of key rare minerals in the USA is affecting production.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Chinese company fights to maintain ownership stake in controversial Greenland mining project

A Chinese state-owned company is taking legal action to preserve its ownership stake in a mining project in Greenland that has drawn significant public attention.

Feb 25 • 00:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Elevation of South Korea-Brazil 'Strategic Partnership'... Lula asks for rare earth investment

South Korea and Brazil have elevated their relationship to a 'strategic partnership' after 67 years of diplomatic ties, with discussions on expanding trade and enhancing cooperation in various sectors.

Feb 23 • 07:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazil and India sign agreement on critical minerals, rare earths, and energy transition

Brazil and India have signed an agreement to cooperate on critical minerals and rare earths, with a focus on technology exchange and strategic partnerships.

Feb 21 • 23:40 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

India and Brazil signed key agreement on rare earths to safeguard their technological sovereignty and reduce dependence on China

India and Brazil have signed a groundbreaking agreement on critical minerals and rare earths to enhance their technological sovereignty and lessen reliance on China.

Feb 21 • 18:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Anhanguera News 1st edition, February 21, 2026

The article covers a range of news including the acquittal of a man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl, a Brazil-India agreement on critical minerals and rare earths, comments from Iran's President about national pride, a report on US military bases worldwide, and a cultural segment featuring Brazilian artists.

Feb 21 • 17:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: NE1 of Saturday, February 21, 2026

The article discusses various news events including the acquittal of a man charged with the rape of a 12-year-old girl and the signing of an agreement between Brazil and India regarding critical minerals and rare earth elements.

Feb 21 • 17:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Understand what rare earths and critical minerals are

Brazil and India signed an agreement on critical minerals and rare earths during President Lula's official visit to New Delhi.

Feb 21 • 13:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Modi-Lula's 'Power' Deal! India-Brazil Join Hands on Critical Minerals and Rare Earths

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva have emphasized strengthening multi-faceted cooperation between India and Brazil, with a focus on critical minerals and rare earths.

Feb 21 • 13:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil and India sign agreement for rare earths, but document does not establish financial commitment

Brazil and India signed a cooperation agreement for rare minerals, but it lacks financial commitments and binding obligations.

Feb 21 • 11:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Videos from TV Bahia and g1 Bahia - Saturday, February 21, 2026

Brazil and India have signed an agreement on critical minerals and rare earths.

Feb 21 • 11:57 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

India and Brazil Strengthen Their Partnership in Rare Earth Minerals

India and Brazil have signed a framework agreement to enhance cooperation in rare earth minerals amid global supply chain challenges.

Feb 21 • 10:37 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Brazil and India agree on mineral agreement

Brazil and India have entered into an agreement concerning critical minerals and rare earth elements, as announced by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Feb 21 • 09:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazil and India sign agreement on critical minerals and rare earths

Brazil and India signed a significant agreement to enhance cooperation on critical minerals and rare earths, focusing on strategic sectors such as renewable energy and technology.

Feb 21 • 08:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Lula in New Delhi: The Mineral Alliance Strengthens the Diplomacy of Medium Powers

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva are meeting in New Delhi to enhance cooperation on minerals and rare earth elements.

Feb 21 • 06:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 1st Edition Regions this Friday, February 20, 2026

The Supreme Court has ruled that Trump exceeded his authority regarding tariffs, with various discussions ongoing about critical minerals and rare earths.

Feb 20 • 19:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula denies turning Brazil into a 'sanctuary' and says he will discuss critical minerals and rare earths with Trump

Brazilian President Lula da Silva aims to negotiate critical minerals and rare earths with former President Trump, asserting Brazil will not become a global sanctuary for these resources.

Feb 20 • 14:52 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India's Major Step... Partnership with Pax Silica, China Will Feel the Heat

India has announced its entry into the U.S.-led strategic alliance Pax Silica, aiming to reduce dependence on China for rare earth minerals and strengthen supply chains for critical minerals and artificial intelligence.

Feb 20 • 06:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Draft Bill in Congress Proposes Creation of National Rare Earth Reserve in Southern MG and Interior SP

A proposed bill in Brazil's Congress aims to establish a national rare earth reserve in the Poços de Caldas region, placing the responsibility for research and exploration under the federal government.

Feb 15 • 14:14 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Could the US unlock China’s rare earths grip with AI and quantum computing?

The article discusses how the US might challenge China's dominance in rare earth minerals through the use of AI and quantum computing to create synthetic substitutes.

Feb 15 • 10:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

America, Europe, and China Compete for Rare Minerals in Brazil

The United States, Europe, and China are increasingly competing for access to Brazil's rare minerals essential for modern technologies.

Feb 8 • 09:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Triple dispute over Brazil's rare earths intensifies

A global race for Brazil's vast rare earth deposits is intensifying, with the United States, China, and the European Union competing for access to these crucial minerals.

Feb 8 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazil should not join the alliance proposed by the United States on critical minerals

The Brazilian government is unlikely to join the recently announced U.S. alliance on critical and rare earth minerals, which is set to be discussed in an upcoming meeting between Presidents Lula and Donald Trump.

Feb 6 • 17:44 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Critical minerals: the wealth we still do not know how to build

The article discusses the shift in focus within Latin America's natural resource debate towards critical minerals, such as rare earths, lithium, and cobalt, which are increasingly considered issues of sovereignty and security by many countries.

Feb 6 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

US calls more than 50 countries to join alliance on critical minerals and rare earths; China reacts

The United States has invited over 50 countries, including Brazil, to join an alliance focused on critical minerals and rare earth elements, prompting a reaction from China.

Feb 6 • 00:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

The US Struggles with Rare Earths, Attempting a Multilateral Trade Block for Key Minerals

The US is working to create a multilateral trade block to detach its key mineral supply chains from China's influence after last year's rare earth export controls by China caused significant supply chain disruptions.

Feb 5 • 16:32 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

From China’s chokehold to Trump’s stockpile, Europe looks for least bad rare earth bet

The EU industry chief is negotiating a memorandum on critical minerals with the U.S. to reduce Europe's reliance on China.

Feb 5 • 10:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Beijing condemns Washington's plan to form a rare minerals bloc

China's foreign ministry expressed opposition to any country attempting to undermine the international economic and trade system by imposing rules via small groups, following the U.S. announcement of a plan to create a preferential trade bloc focused on critical minerals.

Feb 5 • 08:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Japan launches project to extract rare minerals from the sea

Japan has launched a world-first project to extract rare minerals from the seabed as a strategic move to reduce dependency on China and diversify supply chains for essential materials used in advanced technologies.

Feb 5 • 07:46 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ecuador signs agreement with the U.S. and other countries to ensure supply in mining

Ecuador, the United States, and 54 other countries have signed an agreement to secure supply in mining and the processing of critical minerals and rare earth elements.

Feb 5 • 01:21 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Asian country found rare earths in deep water sediments

A Japanese test mission has recovered sediments containing rare earth minerals from approximately 6,000 meters underwater, highlighting efforts to lessen dependence on China for these valuable resources.

Feb 4 • 17:51 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

To Counter China.. The US Proposes Creating a Rare Minerals Trade Alliance

Vice President JD Vance revealed a US plan to rally allied countries to create a trade bloc for rare minerals to counter China's global dominance in these resources.

Feb 4 • 17:33 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Rare minerals cause global conflicts. But what are they actually used for?

The article discusses a meeting organized by the Trump administration with EU ministers regarding key minerals, highlighting the significance and use of rare earth elements crucial for high-tech devices, primarily sourced from China.

Feb 4 • 11:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

Treasure found at 6000 meters: 'China will no longer be our only option'

Japan has uncovered sediment rich in rare earth elements from a depth of 6,000 meters during a test mission, aiming to reduce reliance on China for these valuable minerals.

Feb 4 • 06:39 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

13 Years in the Depths: How Japan Discovered Rare Minerals That Could Supply the World for Centuries?

Japan has announced the discovery of rare earth minerals that could provide resources for the world for 780 years, a culmination of 13 years of research beginning in 2013 in the western Pacific near Minami Torishima Island.

Feb 4 • 05:05 UTC

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