Kazakhstan to Deepen Critical Minerals Cooperation with US via C5+1 Dialogue
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Kazakhstan to Deepen Critical Minerals Cooperation with US via C5+1 Dialogue

The upcoming C5+1 Dialogue on Critical Minerals in Kazakhstan aims to strengthen cooperation between Central Asian nations and the US, reducing reliance on China. The US seeks to diversify critical mineral supply chains amidst rising geopolitical tensions.

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