Washington, United States, Feb 4, 2026 (AFP) - On rare earth supply, Trump for once seeks allies

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2026-02-04

In his year since returning to office, President Donald Trump has shown disdain for longstanding alliances, vowing "America First" even if US friends lose out. But on Wednesday, his administration will attempt the closest it has come to traditional alliance diplomacy, leading a meeting of more than 50 countries on ensuring a stable supply of critical minerals. The trigger is simple -- China. The Asian power, seen by the United States as its long-......

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