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  1. Bloc actions are seen as containing China's development, while the war against Iran continues to undermine global supply-chain resilience.
  2. MP Materials is partnering with Apple to build alternative supply chains and counter China's market dominance.
  3. MP Materials is expanding its strategic partnerships with Apple and the Pentagon to build alternative supply chains and counter China's market dominance.

Apple is seeking to reduce reliance on foreign sources, particularly China, while also securing rare-earth supply backed by the Pentagon.

1 report, 1 independent Updated Jul 21
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Apple is seeking to reduce reliance on foreign sources, particularly China, while also securing rare-earth supply backed by the Pentagon.

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  1. Driven by the AI boom, Apple Inc. is facing high demand for advanced chips, needing secure supply chains that involve the PENTAGON and ties to the Chinese military.Sub-event
  2. The Pentagon has invested in MP Materials and is seeking domestic sources to secure the rare earth supply chain, which is crucial for companies like Apple.Sub-event
  3. Apple secures rare-earth supply and diversifies supply chains away from China.1 source

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MP Materials is expanding its strategic partnerships with Apple and the Pentagon to build alternative supply chains and counter China's market dominance. All 2 developments

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