South African Cabinet Approves Critical Minerals Strategy
The country seeks more local processing and a streamlined permitting process to better benefit from its mineral wealth.
South African Cabinet Approves Critical Minerals Strategy
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Deep-Sea Mining: U.S. and China Forge Ahead in Search for Critical Minerals
Deep-Sea Mining: U.S. and China Forge Ahead in Search for Critical Minerals
Department of the Interior reviewing mineral lease near American Samoa, China’s Minmetals cleared for exploration tests.
Heavy Rare Earths: No End to Export Restrictions in Sight
Heavy Rare Earths: No End to Export Restrictions in Sight
Fact check on the ongoing export controls for select rare earth elements.
Mining, Defense, Healthcare: U.S. and Saudi Arabia Sign $600 Billion Investment Agreement
Mining, Defense, Healthcare: U.S. and Saudi Arabia Sign $600 Billion Investment Agreement
Bilateral investment spans multiple sectors; geological collaboration to deepen.
China Steps Up Crackdown on Critical Mineral Smuggling
China Steps Up Crackdown on Critical Mineral Smuggling
Increase in illicit activity after the implementation of export controls.
Resource Wealth Meets Technical Expertise: Saudi Arabia and the U.S. Plan Mining Deal
Resource Wealth Meets Technical Expertise: Saudi Arabia and the U.S. Plan Mining Deal
Ahead of President Trump's state visit to the Gulf nation, a potential agreement has been announced.