Nigeria and France Plan Joint Mining Projects
Supply chains for critical raw materials are to be strengthened, with a particular focus on the secondary utilization of former Nigerian mines.
Nigeria and France Plan Joint Mining Projects
Politics
Canada and Indonesia Bolster Economic Ties
Canada and Indonesia Bolster Economic Ties
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement eliminates trade barriers and could give Canada access to critical minerals in Southeast Asia.
Norway Suspends Deep-Sea Mining – For Now
Norway Suspends Deep-Sea Mining – For Now
The country’s Social Left Party blocked plans for seabed exploration in return for supporting the minority government’s budget.
Rare Earths: Malaysia Plans Two Refineries by 2027
Rare Earths: Malaysia Plans Two Refineries by 2027
The Southeast Asian country seeks to harness more of its raw material reserves for domestic use and become a leading producer of rare earths.
China Pledges to Safeguard Stability of Global Supply Chains
China Pledges to Safeguard Stability of Global Supply Chains
Premier Li Qiang attended a symposium with international companies, advocating for more cooperation.
New Partnership: South Korea and Malaysia Join Forces on Raw Materials
New Partnership: South Korea and Malaysia Join Forces on Raw Materials
Despite being a high-tech powerhouse, South Korea is considered resource-poor, whereas Malaysia boasts vast, largely untapped reserves of rare earths.