Public Policy

Critical Minerals • Aug 18, 2025

Editorial: Mining at the Crossroads of Trump

Geopolitics reshapes mining: Ukraine audits, Alaska opens, Russia strains. What it means for America’s miners and investors.

Base Metals • Aug 13, 2025

Bailout Without a Plan? The Missed Chances in

The Nyrstar bailout Australia saves jobs but risks locking in outdated smelting capacity.

Africa • Aug 13, 2025

The Hidden Risks in South Africa’s Mining

South Africa’s June 2025 mining rebound masks deeper policy risks that could reshape U.S. mining strategy.

Copper • Aug 4, 2025

Loma Larga Mine Ecuador Sparks Backlash Over

Approval of Loma Larga mine Ecuador triggers national conflict over water, biodiversity, and consultation.

Africa • Aug 2, 2025

Morocco Mining Investment Surges on Policy Reforms

Morocco mining investment climbs with policy reforms and critical mineral focus, Fraser finds.

Gold • Jul 29, 2025

Gold Mining California: Legacy Projects Fuel

Gold mining California is gaining momentum again, with prices soaring and policy tailwinds favoring in-state projects.

Critical Minerals • Jul 25, 2025

Critical Minerals from Mine Waste: U.S

U.S. launches initiative to extract critical minerals from mine waste, reshaping supply security strategy.

Battery Metals • Jul 24, 2025

EV Automaker Lucid Joins U.S. Critical

Lucid and Alaska Energy Metals join new U.S. alliance to secure critical minerals, reshaping EV and defense supply chains.

Battery Metals • Jul 22, 2025

Trump’s Deep-Sea Mining Revival Sparks Global

Trump’s seabed mining push ignites global race for critical EV metals amid rising tensions and environmental alarm.

Copper • Jul 12, 2025

Trump’s Copper Tariff Threatens to Spike U.S

Trump’s copper tariff triggers price shock in U.S. auto sector, raising costs and tensions.