Japan and US Explore Joint Rare Earth Development in Minamitorishima
Prime Minister Takai confirms discussions between Japan and the United States on potential collaboration for rare earth resource development in Minamitorishima.
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Rare earth elements: A group of 17 metallic elements critical for manufacturing electronics, renewable energy technologies, and advanced defense systems.
Minamitorishima: A Japanese island in the Pacific Ocean known for its potential seabed mineral resources, including rare earth elements.