Japanese mining ship set sail for rare earths hunt

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A Japanese mining ship has departed for a month-long mission to probe mud rich in rare earths, in a bid to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals.

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00:00A Japanese mining ship set off today for a month-long mission to explore mud-rich in rare earth

00:07as Tokyo looks to cut its reliance on China for critical minerals.

00:11The vessel will attempt the world's first continuous lift of seabed sludge

00:16from six kilometers deep near Minamitori Island.

00:22The vessel, carrying 130 crew and researchers, is scheduled to return to port on February 14.

00:28If successful, full-scale mining trials will begin in 2027.

00:33Japan has invested US$250 million since 2018 to secure a domestic supply of rare earths.

00:41Like its Western allies, Tokyo is seeking to reduce dependence on China

00:45for minerals crucial to cars, smartphones and military equipment

00:49as Beijing tightens export controls and bans dual-use items.

00:54Just last week, China banned exports of items destined for Japan's military

00:59that have both civilian and military uses, including some critical minerals.

01:04Japan condemned the dual-use ban, but declined to comment on reports of a broader restriction,

01:10which China has not confirmed or denied.

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