President Donald Trump has decided against imposing immediate tariffs on rare earths, lithium and other critical minerals, instead directing U.S. officials to negotiate with international partners to secure supply. The executive order cites U.S. dependence on imported processed critical minerals as a threat to national security, especially given their essential role in defense, energy, telecommunications and transportation. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer are tasked with negotiating agreements, with federal agencies like the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) authorized to implement and monitor the policy. The negotiations may include price floors for critical minerals to reduce volatility and encourage investment…

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