#critical minerals

Japan is transferring rare-earth refining technology to Malaysia to reduce dependence on China. What does this mean for global supply chains, investors, and the critical minerals race?

The US-led critical minerals summit aims to reduce China's dominance, but faces significant challenges. What this means for global supply chains and everyday consumers.

As Trump prepares for April talks with China, Beijing's control over 99% of global gallium production gives it unprecedented leverage in trade negotiations. The critical metal ban expires in November.

Just one month into Trump's second term, a senior State Department official is personally championing Korea Zinc's $6.6 billion investment. What strategic calculus lies behind this diplomatic endorsement?

French President's first Japan trip since 2021 highlights Europe's urgent quest for critical mineral partnerships amid growing geopolitical tensions and supply chain vulnerabilities.

The U.S. rallies 54 countries to challenge China's grip on critical minerals through price floors and tariffs. A new economic bloc emerges with far-reaching implications.

VP Vance proposes critical minerals trading bloc with price floors and tariff protection, asking allies to join efforts countering China's dominance in rare earth elements and processing.

As high-grade ore depletes, biotech startups are engineering microbes to extract metals from aging mines and waste. But can biology scale fast enough for the EV boom?

President Trump announces plans for a national critical mineral reserve to reduce dependence on China. From lithium to rare earths, this move reshapes global supply chains and affects everything from EVs to smartphones.

The US invests $1.6 billion in rare earth companies to reduce Chinese dependency. Analyzing the geopolitical implications and supply chain reshaping for global tech.

Japan pledges $19B to Central Asia, aiming to secure critical minerals and counter China/Russia. A new 'Great Game' for tech supply chains is on.