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US eyes ‘substantial’ lithium imports from Chile

Washington | Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the United States is likely to increase mineral imports from Chile, a key supplier of lithium used in the batteries that power electric vehicles.

Wrapping up a trade-focused visit to the South American country, Dr Yellen said the US wants to acquire minerals from free-trade partners like Chile, which also produces with “great environmental sensitivity” and has a strong climate agenda.

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