<ul><li>Japan has gained $30.6 billion from its discovery of cobalt and nickel reserves in the ocean floor near Minami-Tori-shima.</li><li>The value of the discovery has surged despite the new wave of tariffs imposed by President Trump.</li><li>The cobalt and nickel reserves are crucial components in electric vehicle (EV) batteries and could make Japan more self-sufficient.</li><li>While global markets are in turmoil, Japan's discovery symbolizes optimism and opportunity amid economic uncertainty.</li></ul>

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