The rare earth minerals are critical for renewable energy, etc. That's why they're pushing this narrative so strongly. It's not about "global warming" or the environment. It's about enriching China, who controls 80+% of rare earth mineral supply.
Part of the reason why going so hard to get along with North Korea was an interesting play. North Korea is one of the places that has these in abundance. If you can swing them over to work with us, both sides can greatly benefit. Who knows what's going on internally on NK and where we really stand, but a few years of peace could start to open up those doors a bit.
The rare earth minerals are critical for renewable energy, etc. That's why they're pushing this narrative so strongly. It's not about "global warming" or the environment. It's about enriching China, who controls 80+% of rare earth mineral supply.
Part of the reason why going so hard to get along with North Korea was an interesting play. North Korea is one of the places that has these in abundance. If you can swing them over to work with us, both sides can greatly benefit. Who knows what's going on internally on NK and where we really stand, but a few years of peace could start to open up those doors a bit.