India-U.S. Seal Critical Minerals Pact Amid Global Supply Chain Battle With China

India and the United States have signed a major strategic pact on critical minerals and rare earths, strengthening cooperation in securing supply chains for key resources used in semiconductors, electric vehicles, clean energy, defence, and advanced technologies. The agreement comes amid growing global concerns over China’s dominance in rare earth processing and mineral supply chains. The deal is being seen as a significant step in deepening India-US strategic and economic ties while boosting supply chain resilience and technology cooperation. The partnership will focus on securing access to lithium, cobalt, nickel, and rare earth elements critical for future industries and national security. The development also aligns with broader Quad discussions around economic resilience, Indo-Pacific security, and diversification of global manufacturing networks. The pact marks another major milestone in India’s push to become a trusted global partner in critical technology and strategic minerals.