Myanmar: Myanmar Rare Earth Mines Surge in Rebel-Held Areas, Fuelling Toxic Risks

Aug 30, 2025
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When it comes to rare earths, the world almost instinctively looks to China. The country is not only the global leader in rare earth processing, accounting for more than 90% of global capacity, but also holds the world’s largest reserves. Yet Myanmar has also emerged as a key producer, mining some 31,000 tonnes in 2024, or 8% of global supply, ranking third after China and the United States.