In the dense circuitry of global supply chains, a decisive competition is underway over the control of rare earth elements (REEs).  These 17 metallic elements form the lifeblood of advanced technologies, from electric vehicles and wind turbines to guided missiles and smartphones. Yet, the story of how ASEAN positions itself within this contest remains one of […]

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