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Putin Unveils 2025 Plan for Rare-Earth Mineral Domination

11/5/2025

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has set a roadmap for rare-earth mineral extraction by December 1, 2025, in response to rising global demand.
Russia claims to have 28.7 million tonnes of rare-earth metals, exceeding U.S. Geological Survey estimates.
The plan includes improving transport links with China and North Korea to enhance strategic trade routes.
Despite tensions from the Ukraine conflict, Russia shows interest in collaborating with the U.S. on rare-earth projects.
Economic ties with China and North Korea have strengthened due to Western sanctions, emphasizing the geopolitical importance of these minerals.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has set a roadmap for rare-earth mineral extraction by December 1, 2025, in response to rising global demand.
Russia claims to have 28.7 million tonnes of rare-earth metals, exceeding U.S. Geological Survey estimates.
The plan includes improving transport links with China and North Korea to enhance strategic trade routes.
Despite tensions from the Ukraine conflict, Russia shows interest in collaborating with the U.S. on rare-earth projects.
Economic ties with China and North Korea have strengthened due to Western sanctions, emphasizing the geopolitical importance of these minerals.