
This story begins in 2004, when American geologists stumbled upon dusty records in Kabul. The data they found was breathtaking: vast, untouched reserves of the planet's rarest elements. From lanthanum in your phone's camera lens to yttrium in military radar and neodymium in a Tesla's motor, these elements are the beating heart of modern tech. Afghanistan holds one of the world's largest sources, but why is the country still poor despite this immense wealth? Is this treasure a blessing or a curse? In this video, we delve into this trillion-dollar secret.
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