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China Eyes Rare Earth Foothold in Malaysia to Maintain Dominance, Counter Japan, U.S.

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By Takashi Itoda / Yomiuri Shimbun Correspondent

12:54 JST, January 19, 2026

BANGKOK — China is poised to increase its involvement in rare earth production and refining in Malaysia, a move seen as an attempt to counter efforts by Japan and the United States to strengthen their ties with the country.

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