India seeks rare earth samples from Rosneft-owned Siberian deposit, source says (opens original article in a new tab)

India is negotiating with Rosneft for rare earth samples from a Siberian deposit to diversify its supply sources and reduce dependence on China.

• India's IREL is discussing with Rosneft for rare earth samples from Tomtor deposit in Siberia
• Samples would be processed in Russia before being sent to India
• India aims to reduce reliance on Chinese rare earth supplies