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EU Launches RESourceEU to Secure Critical Minerals Supply

12/4/2025

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EU Launches RESourceEU

The European Union will unveil RESourceEU to reduce dependence on China for rare earths and critical minerals.
Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné drives the plan to create a European hub for critical materials, pooling orders and stockpiles.
The proposal would allocate €3 billion to secure supplies and establish a Critical Raw Materials Centre to boost Europe’s resilience amid trade tensions.

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Taiwan Seeks Supply Diversification

Taiwan's Australian New Zealand Chamber of Commerce calls for reducing reliance on China for rare earths vital to Taiwan's semiconductor industry, noting imports exceed 95%.
The chamber favors a strategic partnership with Australia and seeks Japan's processing capabilities.
The European Union plans joint purchasing and a European supply hub to counter China after export controls disrupted supply chains.

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EU Launches RESourceEU

The European Union will unveil RESourceEU to reduce dependence on China for rare earths and critical minerals.
Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné drives the plan to create a European hub for critical materials, pooling orders and stockpiles.
The proposal would allocate €3 billion to secure supplies and establish a Critical Raw Materials Centre to boost Europe’s resilience amid trade tensions.

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