A State Department official said the administration is making progress shoring up global mineral partnerships that exclude Beijing, specifically citing 27 deals. This move is aimed at diversifying supply chains away from China.
Context
The effort reflects a broader push to reduce dependence on Chinese mineral sources amid geopolitical tensions.
Outlook
The administration's continued focus on building alternative mineral supply chains is expected to strengthen resilience in the energy sector, though the pace of new agreements remains to be seen.
