Russia warns against US and EU mineral deals in Central Asia
Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin stated that Russia views US and EU attempts to access rare earth metals as a strategy to displace Russian influence. The G7 nations are currently seeking to diversify supply chains away from China by engaging with resource-rich nations like Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
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Russia is challenging efforts by the United States and the European Union to secure critical mineral supplies in Central Asia. Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin told Izvestia on Wednesday that Western activity in the region threatens Russian security interests. The friction highlights a growing geopolitical struggle over the raw materials essential for electric vehicles and defense systems.
