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Japan and US on Deep-Sea Mining
November 10 , 2025
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- Japan and the United States announced a partnership to develop deep-sea mining near Minamitorishima Island.
- It aims to secure rare earth resources vital for the technology and defence sectors.
- Exploration will begin in January 2026 at depths of 5,000 to 6,000 metres in Japan’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
- China currently produces over 90% of the world’s refined rare earths and magnets.
- The project seeks to diversify global supply chains and reduce dependence on Chinese exports.
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