Race for rare earths: US, Russia look beyond China – here's what's drawing focus
A global race is on to secure Arctic resources, particularly rare earths, as nations seek alternatives to China's dominance. Melting ice is unlocking Greenland's mineral wealth, attracting significant investment and sparking discoveries of crucial metals for electronics and defense. Sweden is also developing its own substantial rare earth deposits, though challenges in remote Arctic mining remain.
A global race is on to secure Arctic resources, particularly rare earths, as nations seek alternatives to China's dominance. Melting ice is unlocking Greenland's mineral wealth, attracting significant investment and sparking discoveries of crucial metals for electronics and defense. Sweden is also developing its own substantial rare earth deposits, though challenges in remote Arctic mining remain.
