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Japan launches world’s first mission to look for rare earths in deep sea | East Asia Tonight Jan 12
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Tokyo’s voyage to the bottom of the sea is taking place as it seeks to reduce its reliance on China for rare earths. Also on East Asia Tonight, G7 officials will also convene for an emergency meeting on critical minerals. Meanwhile, Beijing warns Washington against interference after President Trump threatened to intervene over protests in Iran.
00:00 Introduction
01:30 Japan launches world’s first deep-sea rare earth trial
03:08 G7 talks to counter China’s lead on critical minerals
08:19 Beijing pushes back on US; Iran claims "full control"
13:07 South Korea investigates Pyongyang drone claims
26:13 Japan’s efforts to reduce dependency on China
32:06 Myanmar’s critical role in China’s rare earth position
34:50 Malaysia’s goal to become a key player in critical minerals
39:19 A solution to US’ rare earth’s needs
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