India, Japan Discuss Joint Exploration of Rare Earth Deposits in Rajasthan

India and Japan have initiated discussions on a joint exploration for rare earth deposits in Rajasthan. Japan is seeking this partnership with India to reduce its dependency on China for these critical minerals. This development signals a significant potential partnership in the mining sector, specifically targeting the exploration and development of rare earth elements, which are crucial for high-tech and green energy equipment manufacturing. The move could impact the mining equipment supply chain as new exploration projects may require specialized machinery and technology.