Japan and U.S. Forge Alliance on Critical Minerals to Counter China’s Supply Manipulation

In a decisive step to safeguard national sovereignty and economic freedom, the United States and Japan announced an agreement this week in Tokyo focused on cooperation over critical minerals and rare earth elements—the lifeblood of modern technology and defense. Against the backdrop of China's aggressive export restrictions that threaten global supply chains, this pact signals a much-needed pushback that aligns with America First principles. Can America Finally End Dependence on China’s Strategic Leverage?The deal, signed by President Donald Trump and newly appointed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, sets a clear timeline of six months for identifying joint projects to stabilize...