Controversial state visit in the area of tension between economic interdependencies and conflicting interests. Germany especially reliant on China for rare earths.

Efficiency increase and development of new business areas targeted.

A few Chinese companies have to abandon investments in Canada's mining sector.

The country is courting international investors from the mining industry.

Raw material deposits could cover global demand for decades. Mining technology is to be optimized in the next few years.

New cars must be emission-free from 2035. E-fuels open as possible alternative. Switch to e-mobility drives demand for raw materials.