TOKYO -- The U.S. and Australia have launched an ambitious project to create a supply chain for rare-earth metals that does not involve China, an effort that has drawn strong market interest but could face cost obstacles.
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US-Australia bid for 'China free' rare earth faces challenges
Mining the minerals is seen as akin to buying a whole cow for the sirloin
A rare earth mine in China's Inner Mongolia. China is said to control 90% of heavy rare earth minerals. © Reuters
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