Japan Says It Found Rare Earth in Sediment Retrieved on Deep-Sea Mission

Japan recovers rare earth-bearing seabed sediment in deep-sea test

Japan said it successfully retrieved deep-sea sediment containing rare earth elements, a test the government framed as a step toward reducing reliance

Japan retrieves rare earth mud from deep seabed in test mission

The successful retrieval of rare-earth mud marks a significant milestone in Japan’s efforts to secure critical mineral resources and reduce dependence on China

Malaysia has potential to be a global leader in rare earth production: French special envoy

French special envoy Benjamin Gallezot tells CNA how a partnership between Malaco and Carester could help Malaysia develop a full rare earth value chain and attract interest from foreign investors.

Amid tensions with China, Japan extracts rare earth elements from deep ocean

Sediments containing elements vital to multiple industries were extracted from 6,000 meters in the Pacific by a Japanese drilling ship to curb reliance on China, as environmental groups warn deep-sea mining threatens ecosystems

Japan Retrieves Rare Earth Mud From Seabed For First Time In Test Mission

Japan's government said on Monday that it has successfully retrieved rare-earth-rich seabed mud for the first time from depths of around 6 km (4 miles) during a test mission.