Japan and the United States are reportedly considering jointly investing in the development of rare earths on the seabed off Minamitorishima, and the cooperation plan could be discussed at a Japan-U.S. summit. A plan under which Japan would handle extraction and processing has emerged.
The Japanese and U.S. governments are considering a jointly funded development project to secure rare earths found on the seabed off Minamitorishima, Ogasawara Village, Tokyo. According to reports published on 13 March, the matter could be discussed at a Japan-U.S. summit. A plan under which Japan would handle extraction and processing has emerged. This suggests a policy aimed at reducing dependence on China.
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