Japan's Petroleum Natural Gas and Metal Mineral Resources Organization (JOGMEC) has teamed up with Mitsubishi to invest in Infinium, an American energy company specializing in e-fuel technology. Infinium's innovative process synthesizes hydrogen with carbon dioxide to produce green fuels such as gasoline, diesel, and aircraft oil. This collaboration signifies Japan's strategic move towards sustainable energy solutions. Japan, acknowledging its resource-poor status akin to Korea, is actively expanding its overseas resource investments, focusing on future energy sources like hydrogen and ammonia, along with rare minerals such as rare earths and lithium. In contrast, Korea's resource development rate lags significantly behind Japan's, as the Korean government has shifted its focus towards financial stability within public enterprises rather than aggressive resource exploration. JOGMEC, established in 2004, plays a pivotal role in Japan's overseas resource development efforts, providing substantial investments, financial support, and technological expertise. Leading Japanese corporations like Mitsui C&T and Itochu Corporation are also joining forces with JOGMEC to secure overseas resources through joint ventures. While Japan's collaborative initiatives flourish, Korea's overseas resource investments face challenges following the integration of the Korea Mining Authority and the Korea Resources Corporation. Experts emphasize the importance of international partnerships in navigating the complexities of the global resource landscape and ensuring stable resource supply chains amidst rising tensions over resource weaponization strategies between nations like the United States and China.