The 400-Kilogram Secret Inside Every F-35
China's dominance in rare earth processing poses a significant risk to the F-35 fighter jets, which contain 400 kilograms of critical minerals. This situation has prompted U.S. and allied governments to invest in domestic mining and processing to mitigate vulnerabilities. The ongoing export restrictions from Beijing on essential materials like gallium and antimony are influencing these strategic shifts.
- ▪China controls 91% of the global supply of rare earth processing.
- ▪The F-35 contains 400 kilograms of critical minerals that are essential for its operation.
- ▪U.S. and allied governments are increasing investments in domestic mining and processing to address these vulnerabilities.
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