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The Pentagon is working to mitigate industry concerns over an executive order related to sourcing critical minerals, which could impact supply chains. The order has the potential to shake up the industry. The Pentagon's efforts aim to alleviate these concerns and ensure a stable supply chain for critical minerals.
The availability of critical minerals is crucial for the development and production of various defense technologies, making the Pentagon's efforts to address industry concerns significant for national security and defense technological advancements.
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