A. A$500 million
B. A$2 billion
C. More than A$6 billion
D. A$20 billion

Explanation:

Austrade reported that the partnership had mobilised more than A$6 billion in conditional financing support across more than a dozen projects. The cooperation aims to strengthen supply chains for critical minerals and rare earths used in advanced manufacturing, energy and defence.

Important points

• – Partners: Australia and the United States.
• – The framework was signed in October 2025.
• – Projects include gallium recovery and rare-earth development.
• – Gallium is important in advanced semiconductors and radar technology.