Which island has the largest rare earth reserves?
By
Phong Ngo  January 11, 2026 | 04:13 pm PT
The island is estimated to contain around 1.5 million tons of rare earths, placing it eighth worldwide, according to data from the U.S. Geological Survey.
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Rare earth from a mine in Southeast Asia. Photo by VnExpress/Gia Chinh
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