In Amaravati, the Andhra Pradesh government plans to develop rare earth and titanium-based minerals from its beach sand reserves, aiming to reduce dependence on China, build a coastal value-addition corridor, and boost domestic manufacturing for clean energy and defense
A PRF report says India can play a pivotal role in reshaping Southeast Asia’s semiconductor and rare earth supply chains amid US-China tensions. Ongoing ASEAN trade renegotiations and bilateral pacts could help counter Chinese dominance and strengthen regional partnerships