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New Coalition Forms to Counter China's Tech Dominance

12/12/2025

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Allies Counter China

A coalition has formed among Singapore, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and Israel to counter China's influence in critical minerals and technology sectors, initiated by the Trump administration.
The coalition's launch coincides with the signing of the Pax Silica Declaration, which aims to enhance collaboration in research, manufacturing, and infrastructure to rival China's Belt and Road Initiative.
U.S. startup REalloys plans to invest $21 million in a Saskatchewan facility to expand heavy rare earth processing, producing essential rare earth elements for various industries.

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U.S.-Brazil Rare-Earths Alliance

The United States and Brazil are negotiating a rare-earths partnership driven by Brazil's vast mineral reserves.
A pledge up to $465 million from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation to Brazilian producer Serra Verde indicates practical cooperation.
Brazil seeks to move up the value chain by securing processing and R&D investments to reduce dependency on raw exports.

History

Historical Context

The Pax Americana began in 1945, establishing U.S. dominance in global politics and economics, exemplified by over $13 billion invested in the Marshall Plan for European recovery. Today, a coalition of Singapore, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and Israel emerges as a strategic response to counterbalance China's influence in critical minerals and technology, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions and resource security efforts.

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Allies Counter China

A coalition has formed among Singapore, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and Israel to counter China's influence in critical minerals and technology sectors, initiated by the Trump administration.
The coalition's launch coincides with the signing of the Pax Silica Declaration, which aims to enhance collaboration in research, manufacturing, and infrastructure to rival China's Belt and Road Initiative.
U.S. startup REalloys plans to invest $21 million in a Saskatchewan facility to expand heavy rare earth processing, producing essential rare earth elements for various industries.

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