Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met with President Donald Trump at the White House to discuss vital issues surrounding rare earth minerals and defense agreements. During the long-anticipated meeting, the leaders signed a critical minerals agreement aimed at reducing U.S. dependency on China for these essential resources. With rising tensions in trade, Australia positions itself as a reliable alternative for sourcing critical minerals. The agenda also included discussions on the AUKUS defense partnership, emphasizing the strong alliance between the two nations.