China and the U.S. have reached a groundbreaking trade deal that reduces tariffs on a variety of goods, yet key issues surrounding rare-earth minerals remain unresolved, leaving industry experts cautious about the deal’s real implications
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Pilbara Minerals CEO has sounded the alarm, cautioning that Australia’s dominance in the global lithium market faces a serious challenge from Brazil’s rapidly growing production and investment. This emerging rivalry could disrupt the crucial battery metals landscape across the globe
Glencore is reportedly considering shutting down Canada’s largest copper plant as soaring costs and shifting market forces squeeze operations. This possible closure puts local jobs at risk and could send shockwaves through the copper supply chain. Stay tuned for more updates soon
The US and Australia have teamed up in a bold new partnership to secure rare earth mineral supplies, determined to reduce reliance on China and strengthen their foothold in the crucial critical minerals market
Rare earth minerals, essential for advanced electronics and national defense, have become the focal point of Trump’s trade threats against China. As China controls the vast majority of their global supply, these minerals now serve as a critical leverage in the intensifying US-China showdown
Canada is turbocharging its critical minerals supply chains in Quebec to fuel the green economy and reduce reliance on foreign sources, reports World Fertilizer. This ambitious move aims to secure essential materials for batteries and clean technologies, paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future
Malaysia and China are reportedly joining forces to launch a groundbreaking rare earths processing project, aiming to deepen their collaboration in critical minerals amid major shifts in global supply chains, sources reveal
Australia’s Prime Minister has raised alarm over reports that China has stopped buying BHP iron ore, signaling potential disruptions in trade ties and sending shockwaves through the commodity markets, Reuters reveals
The race to mine rare earth minerals deep within Brazil’s rural heartlands is threatening local communities and vital conservation areas, raising urgent concerns about environmental damage and social disruption, reports Mongabay
Canada and Germany have teamed up in a dynamic new partnership focused on critical minerals and energy innovation. This powerful alliance is set to strengthen supply chains and fast-track the creation of groundbreaking clean energy technologies, the Canadian government announced
Brazil eagerly looked to the U.S. for support in developing rare earth mining to meet soaring demand for these vital materials. However, escalating tariff tensions have cast a shadow over this partnership, slowing progress in strengthening supply chains essential for cutting-edge technologies
Australia is ramping up efforts to challenge China’s dominance in the rare earths market, aiming to secure the crucial materials that fuel today’s technology and clean energy revolution, reports BBC
Lithium Argentina AG, featured on Baystreet.ca, is making impressive strides in its lithium exploration projects across Argentina, tapping into the booming demand for battery metals fueled by the worldwide transition to clean energy and electric vehicles
Argentina has unveiled powerful tax incentives for Galan Lithium, igniting a wave of investment in the country’s thriving lithium sector. This dynamic move is poised to accelerate production just as global demand for lithium skyrockets
Australia’s top port has shattered records with a soaring iron ore export, driven by strong global demand. This remarkable surge underscores the nation’s vital role in the global minerals market, boosting trade and powering economic growth
Australia is set to shake up China’s dominance in the graphite market, leveraging its enormous reserves to fortify critical supply chains. ASPI’s Strategist uncovers the powerful global ripple effects this game-changing move could unleash across industries everywhere
Canada Nickel has announced a thrilling breakthrough at its MacDiarmid Project, revealing an extensive 363-meter mineralized zone rich in nickel. This remarkable find dramatically boosts the company’s expanding resource potential
Russia has seized a key lithium field, intensifying tensions amid the ongoing U.S.-Ukraine minerals agreement. This daring move underscores the growing importance of battery metals in driving global power dynamics
India’s electric vehicle ambitions face a major hurdle as China tightens its grip on rare earth exports-vital materials for EV batteries and components. This unexpected crackdown disrupts supply chains, challenging India’s push toward a cleaner, greener future
Brazil has chosen key critical mineral projects to receive a game-changing US$900 million investment through a dynamic BNDES-Finep partnership, set to turbocharge the country’s strategic mineral sector and dramatically reduce dependence on imports