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SCI & TECH● LOWJul 24 · Jul 24, 2026, 8:15 AM

Japan to test rare - earth mining 6 km underwater

economictimes.indiatimes.com · India

Japan is preparing to conduct tests for rare-earth mining at a depth of 6 kilometers underwater. This represents a significant advancement in deep-sea resource extraction technology.

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