Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 11
This week, the growing dependence on China sparked interesting approaches to diversifying sourcing strategies.
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 11
Economy
New Resource Alliance: South Korea Plans to Invest in Mongolia’s Mining Sector
New Resource Alliance: South Korea Plans to Invest in Mongolia’s Mining Sector
The high-tech nation with scarce natural resources and the mineral-rich Central Asian country seek closer cooperation. However, challenges remain in developing supply chains.
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 10
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 10
Finance took center stage in the raw materials sector this week.
China: Significant Decline in Rare Earth Imports, Exports Remain Largely Stable
China: Significant Decline in Rare Earth Imports, Exports Remain Largely Stable
The Chinese customs authority released the first batch of export data, including rare earth statistics, covering January and February.
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 9
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 9
With the U.S.-Ukraine raw materials deal within reach and the EU’s new industrial policy roadmap, this week brought headline-making developments.
Russia Plans to Expand Scandium Production
Russia Plans to Expand Scandium Production
The announcement may be linked to the expected rare earth agreement between the U.S. and Ukraine.