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EU's von der Leyen says critical minerals deal with Australia needed to cut China reliance

EU secures a key deal with Australia to remove tariffs on critical minerals, aiming to reduce reliance on China and strengthen supply chain resilience.

March 24, 2026

Alasdair Pal/Reuters

EU's von der Leyen says critical minerals deal with Australia needed to cut China reliance

President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen reacts during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, March 24, 2026.

Lukas Coch/AAP/Reuters

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday a deal to remove tariffs on critical minerals imported from Australia was crucial to diversify its supply chains away from China.


-Alasdair Pal/Reuters

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