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An analysis of rare earth-rich mud retrieved from ⁠the deep seabed off a remote Pacific Island earlier this year found medium and heavy rare earth elements accounted for about 54% of the total rare earth content. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/07/25/economy/japan-rare-earths-mud-minamitorishima/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #economy #minamitorishima #rareearths #minerals #mining #economicsecurity #china #oceans

The Liberal Democratic Party has signed off on Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's first economic and fiscal policy guidelines, part of a broader push to beef up Japan's defense industrial base and boost drone production. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/07/13/japan/politics/japan-economic-policy-drones-defense/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #defense #drones #sanaetakaichi #economicsecurity #ldp #sdf #defenseministry

The Aughinish story isn't really about alumina.

It's about how democracies can become dependent on authoritarian powers—and how difficult it is to unwind those relationships once jobs, communities and politics become intertwined.

New episode with Dr Eoin McNamara.

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https://www.pwneilo.com/2026/07/strategic-dependency-irelands-aughinish.html

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The equipment for making chips is now so expensive that very few can afford to buy it.

That is why I suggested a nation-state do it. I'd buy RAM and SSDs from Chips Canada, if it were to exist. (Or from an analogous company created by any trading partner in the blocs #Canada is joining or starting in response to the US trade war.) So would many individuals and small businesses here. So would our schools and hospitals, municipalities and utilities. So would the #CAF (our military) and the #RCMP (our federal police), as would our #nationalSecurity intelligence services. And so would heavy industry in sectors critical to the Canadian economy, for whom I know first-hand the current prices of RAM and SSDs directly contributing to suspension of operation at some plants and to minimizing of staffing at others.

I had one recent contract, at a major producer of a leading Canadian export, which included my salvaging DDR3 from PCs planned for disposal.

DDR3.

#techPolicy #digitalAutonomy #digitalSovereignty #economicSecurity #sovereignty

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi moved to tighten ties with India during a summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday amid mounting concerns over supply chain issues, energy security and China. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/07/02/japan/politics/japan-india-summit-meeting/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #indiajapanrelations #sanaetakaichi #narendramodi #economicsecurity

The government will alter its Arctic policy in fiscal 2027, the first time since the policy was drawn up in 2015, amid the growing importance of the region, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi indicated. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/30/japan/politics/japan-arctic-policy-revise/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #arctic #sanaetakaichi #economicsecurity #chinajapanrelations

The Japan Foreign Investment Committee will conduct cross-ministerial reviews of foreign investments in Japanese companies with the aim of preventing leaks of technology and information critical to national security. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/06/30/jfic-first-meeting/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #jfic #investments #cfius #sanaetakaichi #us #economicsecurity

A slew of recent incidents have put Japan's economic-security vulnerabilities on display, helping drive Japan's most ambitious push for safeguards in years under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/06/29/spies-drugs-economic-security/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #cfius #investments #economicsecurity #us #sanaetakaichi #smuggling #espionage #cybersecurity

Eighteen officials of two government agencies received notice in 2025 that they had been certified to be eligible to handle critical economic security information. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/25/japan/politics/economic-security-clearance/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #economicsecurity #foreignministry #diet #cabinet

In our latest PS #Insiderinterview, Philippe Aghion and @[email protected] discuss how AI-driven disruption could trigger political backlash if workers are left behind. Watch or read for free at the link below: bit.ly/4oikmEp #Populism #AI #EconomicSecurity #LaborMarket #SocialMobility

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and British leader Keir Starmer have agreed to bolster supply chain resilience, citing "serious concerns" over export restrictions on critical minerals, in a veiled swipe at China. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/15/japan/politics/japan-uk-summit-meeting/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #ukjapanrelations #sanaetakaichi #keirstarmer #economicsecurity #fighterjets #gcap #rareearths #china

With naphtha-made products still in short supply for end users, Sanae Takaichi's government now faces questions on whether to try to resolve the supply chain bottleneck by applying two laws to punish hoarders. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/09/japan/politics/takaichi-hoarding-price-laws/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #iran #middleeast #oil #energy #japaneseeconomy #supplychains #economicsecurity

Iran war reverberations: A nadir for Asia’s economic security

Strategic planners across…
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https://www.newsbeep.com/583087/

Iran Strait of Hormuz Threat Shows the Cost of Diplomacy by Sound Bite

https://thedemocracyadvocate.com/news-to-know/war-and-conflict/iran-strait-of-hormuz-threat/

Australia's North Targets Economic Security Boost with Hybrid Zone Model

Australia's north is poised for an economic security boost with a groundbreaking hybrid zone model that leverages its vast energy, critical minerals, and industrial capabilities. By unlocking the region's potential, Australia can supercharge its national power and create a brighter future.

https://osintsights.com/australias-north-targets-economic-security-boost-with-hybrid-zone-model?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

#EconomicSecurity #NationalSecurity #Energy #CriticalInfrastructure #IndustrialCapability

America Eyes Philippines Role In New Clark City Economic Security Zone

With New Clark City in the Philippine province of Tarlac chosen as the site for an industrial hub focused on artificial intelligence (AI) under Pax Silica, a planned economic security zone within the said city is being positioned as the United States of America aims to combine predictability and security with the manufacturing speed and scale of Asia, according to a news report by GMA News.

It should be noted that the economy of the Philippines has been slowing down and this new development could be the key to reinvigorating economic growth and attracting more investments from the United States.

To put things in perspective, posted below is the excerpt from the GMA News report. Some parts in boldface…

A planned “economic security zone” in New Clark City is being positioned as part of broader efforts by the United States to build more reliable supply chains for emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.

During a visit to the Philippines, US Under Secretary for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg said the proposed zone aims to combine “predictability and certainty” with Asia’s manufacturing speed and scale, as global firms reassess supply chain risks.

“This is the site of a planned Economic Security Zone to fuse together the predictability and certainty of American law to the speed and scale of Asia,” Helberg said in prepared remarks delivered in New Clark City.

The initiative comes as US firms seek to reduce dependence on highly concentrated supply chains, particularly for critical components used in artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing.

Helberg said that while semiconductor chips often dominate discussions, the broader AI supply chain relies on a wide range of inputs—from rare earth elements and metals to motors, packaging, and testing systems.

“For each of those parts, our position today is unacceptably overconcentrated,” he said, warning that disruptions, from export restrictions to sudden regulatory changes—have already caused production delays and uncertainty for companies.

He added that when a large share of critical inputs comes from a single source, “you do not have a supply chain,” but rather a vulnerable system exposed to external shocks.

The planned economic security zone is part of efforts under what he described as the US government’s push to treat economic security as a strategic priority, particularly as demand surges alongside the rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies.

Helberg also highlighted the Philippines’ role as a long-standing US partner in the region, calling the project a “partnership of a kind that has not been tried before.”

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think this latest initiative will help the Philippines attract investors from the United States? Do you think this will help the Philippines reduce its dependence on Chinese investment when it comes to long-term, major economic developments within the country?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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With summer still ahead, it's a peak time for the air conditioner business in Japan, but shortages linked to the Iran war and a shrinking labor force could mean pricier units and lengthy installation delays. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/20/japan/society/naphtha-ac/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #society #sanaetakaichi #iran #middleeast #oil #energy #japaneseeconomy #supplychains #economicsecurity #naphtha #airconditioners

Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and his Brazilian counterpart, Mauro Vieira, have agreed to strengthen bilateral economic security cooperation. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/19/japan/politics/japan-brazil-economic-security-cooperation/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #braziljapanrelations #economicsecurity #toshimitsumotegi #maurovieira

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's administration used the lull in domestic politics over the Golden Week to advance its "Free and Open Indo-Pacific" strategy across Southeast Asia, Africa and Australia. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/11/japan/focus-takaichi-gw-diplomacy/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #sanaetakaichi #toshimitsumotegi #shinjirokoizumi #china #africa #australia #vietnam #indonesia #phillippines #defense #economicsecurity

The Japanese government is working to secure sufficient supplies of key raw materials such as oil and naphtha amid strong concerns over possible shortages arising from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/05/japan/politics/naphtha-agriculture/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #iran #middleeast #oil #sanaetakaichi #energy #japaneseeconomy #supplychains #economicsecurity

“TURNING THE TIDE”: Takaichi and Hung Meet to Revive Japanese Investment | DRM News | AC1C https://www.bikingjp.com/927542/ #AsiaBusinessNews #CyclingSaitama #EconomicSecurity #FOIPStrategy #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific #HanoiSummit #HondaVietnam #JapanVietnamNews2026 #JapaneseInvestmentVietnam #LeMinhHung #SaitamaCycling #SanaeTakaichi #SouthChinaSea #ToLam #VietnamNationalUniversity #埼玉サイクリング #埼玉自転車に乗る #日高市自転車

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to deliver an update of Japan's decade-old "Free and Open Indo-Pacific Strategy" in a speech in Hanoi, as Tokyo looks to shore up regional ties to counter China's clout. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/02/japan/politics/japan-vietnam-foip-takaichi/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #indopacific #vietnam #china #defense #economicsecurity

Japan has secured enough petroleum-derived naphtha to last into 2027, with imports expected to triple in May as the country tries to address concerns about sufficient supply of oil and oil-derived products. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/05/01/economy/takaichi-naphtha-2027/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #economy #sanaetakaichi #iran #middleeast #oil #energy #japaneseeconomy #supplychains #economicsecurity

As war in the Middle East pushes fuel prices to record highs, Australia and Japan are seeking closer coordination with regional partners on energy security, highlighting the need for a more cooperative approach. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/28/japan/politics/australia-penny-wong-japan-interview/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #australia #australiajapanrelations #economicsecurity #iran #energy #oil #middleeast #pennywong #us #donaldtrump

Plastic is widely used in medicine, and the shortage of a key ingredient has patients in Japan worried about the availability of life-saving equipment as the Iran war continues to disrupt supply chains. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/02/japan/science-health/naphtha-shortage-medical/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #sciencehealth #oil #naphtha #middleeast #plastic #supplychains #economicsecurity #iran #us #manufacturing

Japan has started its largest-ever release of oil from its national reserves as part of a global effort to stabilize supply and counter the economic effects of war in the Middle East. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/03/26/economy/japan-oil-reserves/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #economy #oil #energy #japaneseeconomy #trade #economicsecurity