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UK found to be ‘dangerously’ reliant on China for critical minerals needed for defence and AI

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UK found to be ‘dangerously’ reliant on China for critical minerals needed for defence and AI
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Delivering net zero also at risk, say MPs as they call for centralised policy and funding for mines and diversification The UK is “dangerously” dependent on China for critical raw materials needed for the military, renewable energy infrastr.

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