Event Brief
Washington Signs Rare Earths Pact With Goiás State
Filed: Mar 19, 2026 at 10:07 AM ET
Summary: The US signed a pact with Goiás on rare earths after Lula's government missed a critical minerals forum.
WHO: USA
WHAT: Signed a memorandum of understanding on rare earths cooperation
WHEN: Mar 19, 2026 at 9:05 AM ET
WHERE: Goiás
WHY: Due to diplomatic tensions and Lula's government not attending a forum
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