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January 13, 2026

Scott Bessent hosts Australia, India, and G7 to talk critical minerals

The United States brought together the Group of Seven countries, as well as Australia and India, in Washington, D.C., to discuss critical minerals Monday amid China’s continued chokehold on the sector.

Scott Bessent hosts Australia, India, and G7 to talk critical minerals

TL;DR

  • The U.S. hosted a meeting with the G7, Australia, and India in Washington, D.C., to discuss critical minerals.
  • The meeting addressed China's significant control over the critical minerals sector.
  • U.S. Secretary Scott Bessent advocated for 'derisking' over decoupling and improving critical mineral supply chains.
  • Attendees were encouraged to enhance supply chain resiliency and work towards solutions.
  • Critical minerals are vital for technological applications in energy and defense sectors.

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