US and Chile sign joint declaration on critical minerals and rare earths

The joint declaration between the US and Chile on critical minerals and rare earths indicates a strengthening of trade ties and collaboration in vital sectors.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 12 Mar 2026, 18:08 UTCOn the live feed at 17:48 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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This could have significant implications for supply chains, particularly for industries reliant on these materials, enhancing geopolitical stability in the region and possibly shifting market dynamics for related commodities. Watch for potential impacts on companies in the mining and technology sectors, as well as broader market sentiment regarding resource security.

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