President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed an $8.5 billion critical-minerals deal at the White House, aimed at reducing reliance on China for rare earth resources. The agreement is expected to enhance the US-Australia relationship and improve the global economy's resilience against Chinese market manipulation. While the deal promises significant investment in joint projects, experts caution that Australia alone cannot meet all US needs, emphasizing the importance of diversifying supply sources. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)