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Pentagon strikes investment deal with US critical minerals producer

Last updated: July 10, 2025 2:55 pm
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The Trump administration is taking bold steps to reduce Chinese dominance in the rare earth minerals market by investing $400 million in a U.S. rare earths producer. MP Materials, the only rare earth mine in the U.S., will receive this investment from the Pentagon, making the government its largest shareholder with a 15% stake in the company. This move underscores the administration’s commitment to strengthening domestic supply chains and ensuring national security.

James Litinsky, the founder and CEO of MP Materials, hailed the initiative as a significant step towards American supply chain independence. The Pentagon’s decision to invest directly in a private company is unusual but necessary to secure the production of critical minerals essential for weapons systems and electric vehicles. Rare earth magnets, such as neodymium and praseodymium, are crucial components in weapons like the F-35 fighter jet and drones.

China currently controls a significant portion of the global rare earths market, posing a national security risk to the U.S. In response to export restrictions imposed by China, the Pentagon has ramped up efforts to establish domestic rare earth supply chains. This includes investing in the extraction, refinement, and manufacturing of rare earth materials within the U.S.

The agreement between the Pentagon and MP Materials includes the construction of a magnet manufacturing facility and a long-term offtake agreement for the purchase of batteries. Additionally, a price floor for neodymium-praseodymium has been set to protect the company from sudden price fluctuations caused by excess supply from Chinese competitors.

Experts believe that this partnership could reshape the global rare earth supply chains and pave the way for new players to enter the market. By investing in domestic production and ensuring a stable supply of critical minerals, the U.S. aims to reduce its reliance on China and strengthen its national security. This strategic move by the Trump administration highlights the importance of securing a stable and independent supply chain for critical minerals.

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