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Critical Minerals • May 6, 2025

U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Agreement Signals

The U.S.-Ukraine minerals agreement gives America rare mineral access while funding Ukraine’s reconstruction through a $1.2B investment.

Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) • Apr 28, 2025

Deep-Sea Mining Faces US Pushback

The Deep Sea Conservation Coalition calls for a deep-sea mining moratorium after the Trump administration moves to fast-track seabed mineral extraction.

Africa • Apr 25, 2025

Congo Mineral Deal Raises Sovereignty Concerns

Congo’s mineral deal with the U.S. triggers activist backlash amid concerns over sovereignty and shifting U.S. foreign policy in Africa.

Africa • Apr 18, 2025

U.S. Targets Cobalt Mining and Mineral

The U.S. deepens its role in Congo’s cobalt mining sector, linking peace efforts with access to critical mineral resources essential for EVs and national security.

North America • Apr 18, 2025

Infrastructure Development Dominates Election

Infrastructure development emerged as a top issue in Canada's 2025 leaders’ debate. See how candidates clashed on pipelines, project approvals, and energy policy.

Critical Minerals • Apr 18, 2025

How Trump’s Tariffs Are Fueling the Rise of a

The Trump administration’s tariffs are accelerating China’s push for technological self-reliance and the creation of a Beijing global economic zone, reshaping the future of global trade…

Asia Pacific • Apr 17, 2025

Saudi Arabia and Indonesia Deepen Mineral Ties With

JAKARTA — In a move that could reshape global mineral supply chains and deepen Gulf-Asia investment links, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia signed a preliminary agreement on…

Public Policy • Apr 17, 2025

China’s Latest Trade Weapon: The Seven Rare

This month, the Chinese government announced new export controls on seven rare earth minerals critical to both civilian industries and national defense systems in the United…

Critical Minerals • Apr 15, 2025

China Suspends Rare Earth Exports Amid Rising

In a major escalation of the ongoing China-US trade war, the Chinese government has suspended rare earth exports, disrupting global supply chains and placing immense pressure…

Public Policy • Apr 4, 2025

U.S.-China Trade War 2025 Heats Up as Beijing

China escalates the U.S.-China trade war 2025 with new export controls on rare earth elements, threatening key American industries and global supply chains.