Australia and U.S. Sign $8.5B Minerals Deal Amid Diplomatic Tensions

TL;DR
Shares of Australian critical metals companies surged following an $8.5 billion US-Australia minerals deal aimed at boosting supply for defense and energy, with significant investments and project funding announced to diversify supply chains and reduce reliance on China.
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