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Trump Launches Pax Silica Coalition to Counter China

12/12/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump unveils Pax Silica with Singapore, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and Israel.
The coalition aims to counter China’s dominance in critical minerals and technology sectors.
China controls nearly 70% of global rare earth mining, underscoring the aim.
The launch will occur at a Washington, D.C., summit where participants sign the Pax Silica Declaration.

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U.S. President Donald Trump unveils Pax Silica with Singapore, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and Israel.
The coalition aims to counter China’s dominance in critical minerals and technology sectors.
China controls nearly 70% of global rare earth mining, underscoring the aim.
The launch will occur at a Washington, D.C., summit where participants sign the Pax Silica Declaration.