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Opinion | China Overplayed Its Hand on Critical Minerals - WSJ
Why it matters
Australia's Resource Sovereignty pillar and strategic decoupling depend critically on access to and diversification of critical mineral supply chains. An article arguing China miscalculated its chokehold on critical minerals suggests window-of-opportunity for Australia to secure alternative sources, invest in domestic extraction/processing, and reduce vulnerability to Chinese economic coercion.
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