Securing rare earth independence from China

Rare earth elements (REE) are the commodities that will dominate global trade. Nations that have these elements can control vital parts of the world economy. The bad news is that China now holds this dominant role. The good news is that America, especially Alaska, has significant deposits of rare earths that could challenge this Chinese dominance. To be precise, 49 out of the 50 REEs are right here on American soil. In 2024, the International Energy Agency determined that China controls ninety-two percent of the REE industry. The organization refers...