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Australia Boosts Critical Minerals Sector with $8.5 Billion US Investment

3/27/2026

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Australia Boosts Minerals Investment

Australia expands its critical minerals sector with an $8.5 billion investment pipeline with the United States.
Since May 2022, Australia has invested A$28 billion and signed agreements with several countries.
Resources Minister Madeleine King announced that France is increasingly interested in investing to diversify supply chains away from China.
Australia plans a A$1.2 billion strategic reserve for critical minerals to support partner nations, to be operational later this year.

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Australia-EU Trade Deal

Australia and the European Union finalize a free trade agreement after eight years, focusing on critical minerals.
The deal eliminates tariffs on over 99% of European exports to Australia and almost all Australian minerals entering the EU.
Australian farmers criticize limited market access for beef and sheep meat.
A separate pact will enhance security and defense cooperation.
Leaders stress long-term benefits while immediate consumer price impacts remain uncertain.

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Australia Boosts Minerals Investment

Australia expands its critical minerals sector with an $8.5 billion investment pipeline with the United States.
Since May 2022, Australia has invested A$28 billion and signed agreements with several countries.
Resources Minister Madeleine King announced that France is increasingly interested in investing to diversify supply chains away from China.
Australia plans a A$1.2 billion strategic reserve for critical minerals to support partner nations, to be operational later this year.

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