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Defense Strategy Hinges on Fragile Supply Chains
The US national defense strategy relies heavily on critical minerals, which are often sourced from foreign countries, including China. The Department of Defense has begun to invest in domestic production and reshoring of critical mineral supply chains, but this process may take years to become operational. According to a report by Defense Security Monitor, a Forecast International blog, the US is working to reduce its reliance on foreign critical minerals, but the issue is an immediate one, and diplomacy and alliances may be necessary to maintain the country’s defensive posture. This was first reported by Defense Security Monitor.