Inside Lynas Rare Earths and the race to build supply chains beyond China

CNBC explores Lynas Rare Earths’ processing plant in Malaysia, which refines materials mined in Australia for use in critical technologies. Former CEO Amanda Lacaze discusses steering the company from financial trouble to becoming a major global supplier. The interview also touches upon competition with China and the company’s future growth plans.

• Lynas Rare Earths is a key player in developing rare-earth supply chains outside of China.
• The company’s Malaysian plant processes rare earths mined in Western Australia.
• These refined materials are used in electric vehicles, wind turbines, and defense systems.
• Former CEO Amanda Lacaze discusses her role in the company’s financial turnaround and its growth.
• The interview covers competition with China and Lynas’s next phase of expansion.
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