USTR Greer called for US allies to pay more for critical minerals and said a ‘security premium’ needed to counter reliance on Chinese supplies, according to FT

USTR Greer's call for US allies to increase payments for critical minerals signals a shift towards reducing dependence on China, particularly in strategic sectors.

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This ‘security premium’ could elevate costs for US allies and ultimately influence supply chains and pricing in the commodities market, impacting both inflation and trade relations moving forward.

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