Modi warns BRICS against 'weaponisation' of technology and critical minerals
At the latest BRICS summit, Prime Minister Modi spoke up about the dangers of letting any one country control key tech resources, hinting at China's huge influence over critical minerals.
These minerals go into everything from smartphones to solar panels, and Modi warned against the "weaponisation" of technology and critical minerals.
Chinese President Xi Jinping was also in the room for this pointed message.
China handles 90% rare earth processing
China currently handles about 90% of rare earth processing worldwide, which has made other countries uneasy, especially after China tightened export controls during a trade war with the US.
Modi urged BRICS nations to team up and make sure new tech stays accessible for all.
His message? Let's avoid supply chain drama and make sure new tech stays accessible for all.