<div id="readability-page-1">Why is 95% of Australia largely uninhabited? It's not just about the harsh landscapes, but a strategic economic decision that keeps the country thriving. Meanwhile, in the Nevada desert, a massive lithium deposit lies dormant within an ancient supervolcano, poised to change the global dynamics of power. The U.S. has invested $2.26 billion to access it, aiming to reduce dependency on other nations for battery supplies. Two nations, two distinct strategies: one thrives on emptiness while the other seeks to uncover hidden wealth.</div>

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<p>Australia's vast uninhabited areas are a strategic economic choice, contributing to its prosperity. In contrast, the U.S. is investing $2.26 billion in a lithium deposit in Nevada to lessen reliance on foreign battery supplies. This highlights two different national strategies: Australia's focus on maintaining empty spaces versus the U.S.'s pursuit of untapped resources.</p>

Australia's empty spaces: A strategic economic move