Battle for Deep-Sea Resources Erupts Between US and China

Deep below the Pacific Ocean lies clusters of valuable polymetallic nodules - essential minerals for clean energy and industrial growth. The US and China are now embroiled in a fierce competition to access these resources, sparking a new strategic rivalry. Geopolitical expert Jocelyn Trainer describes it as a "race to the bottom of the sea." Exploration vessels are actively mapping the mineral-rich seabeds near the Cook Islands, a crucial region for seabed mining potential. Both nations are eager to establish dominance in the deep-sea mining arena. The demand for critical minerals like cobalt and manganese is skyrocketing as global focus…