US Strategy Links Myanmar Peace Talks to Rare-Earth Access

• The US has linked Myanmar peace talks to access to rare-earth minerals.
• This marks a departure from years of US policy aimed at isolating the military.
• The re-engagement is seen as a strategic move to secure access to valuable resources.
• The policy shift is reported by multiple outlets, including Reuters and The Straits Times.
• The move aims to balance humanitarian concerns with strategic interests in the region.