Rare Earths Need Petronas-Like Oversight, Scholar Says

Rare earths need Petronas-like oversight, scholar says

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia should consider replicating the Petronas model to develop its rare earth elements (REE) industry, ensuring strategic oversight, sustainable practices and long-term economic gains, a policy scholar said. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

The U.S. Thought China Would Veto Their Rare Earth Exports. But They Have a Plan B: The Pacific!

As pressure mounts over the global supply of rare earth elements, the United States is quietly exploring an unconventional and ambitious backup plan: tapping the mineral-rich depths of the Pacific Ocean. The strategy signals a dramatic shift in how Washington intends to secure access to materials deemed vital to both its military and clean energy ambitions. A Vulnerable Supply Chain Rare earth elements—used in technologies ranging from fighter j…

Australia Achieves Rare Earths Breakthrough Outside China, Shaking Up Global Supply Chains

Australia’s Lynas Rare Earths achieves a global milestone in rare earth processing, separating dysprosium oxide outside China. The commercial breakthrough occurred at Lynas’ high-tech Malaysian facility, marking a shift in rare earth element supply chains. This development strengthens global efforts to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals used in clean energy and EVs. But why is this such a big deal? The Rare Earth Challenge Rare earth…