India, Japan in talks for exploring rare earths, sources say
Published on: March 3, 2026, 1 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Japan plans to partner with India for rare earth extraction in Rajasthan. Tokyo will offer technology and funding for deposits. This move aims to reduce Japan's dependence on China for critical minerals. India also seeks to boost its own rare earth processing capabilities. Discussions also cover collaboration on other minerals in Africa.
