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US Delegation Visits Rare Earths Project in Cameroon

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The Cameroonian mines minister, Fuh Calistus Gentry, toured the Minta rare earths project in a remote forest district on October 27, 2026, accompanied by diplomats from the US embassy. The project is operated by Lion Rock Minerals, an Australian company that holds the permits and has been drilling the area. The minister praised the investment by Lion Rock Minerals and the support from the US government.

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The visit is part of American efforts to locate critical minerals outside of China. Lion Rock Minerals, which is partnered with US group Tronox Holdings, has been drilling the site since 2026, demonstrating international interest in diversifying mineral supply chains.

From riotimesonline.com

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  • CameroonSovereign state hosting the critical mineral exploration project.

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