China is tightening control over the export of rare earth magnets, gaining even deeper insight into global supply chains. Meanwhile, the EU is moving forward with the implementation of the Critical Raw Materials Act, aimed at securing access to essential resources.
Reports: China Implements Tracking System for Rare Earth Magnet Exports
China has introduced a tracking system for rare earth magnets, requiring manufacturers to submit additional client information, trading volumes, and other details, according to sources familiar with the matter. The measure builds upon existing export restrictions imposed in April on seven of the 17 rare earth elements.
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Critical Raw Materials Act: EU Expands List of Strategic Projects
With the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), the European Union aims to secure the supply of essential raw materials. So-called “Strategic Projects” in the areas of extraction, processing, or recycling benefit from faster permitting procedures and improved access to financing. In March, an initial list of 47 projects within the EU was published. The European Commission has now added 13 more projects, located outside the EU, to the list.
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Gabon to Ban Raw Manganese Exports by 2029, Aiming for Local Processing
Gabon’s President announced that the country will ban all exports of unprocessed manganese from 2029. With the move, the Central African country aims to transition from an extractive industry to one centered on local value addition, thereby benefiting more from its mineral wealth.
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New Platform Launched to Support Roll-Out of EU Critical Minerals Policies
The International Centre of Excellence on Sustainable Resource Management (ICE-SRM EU) was officially launched last week to support Europe’s critical raw materials policies, including the Critical Raw Materials Act. The Centre will help EU member states develop exploration plans, streamline permitting processes, and enhance data coverage to meet the ambitious targets for domestic supply and supply chain resilience.
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Silver: Analysts See Overlooked Potential
While gold has surged from one record high to the next in recent months, its lesser-followed cousin, silver, has remained largely overlooked by the market. Amid mounting geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainties that have shaken global equity markets and disrupted supply chains, both institutional and private investors have increasingly turned to gold as a safe-haven asset. Yet analysts are now pointing to growing signs that silver may be poised for a comeback.
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