Nornickel plans to close Arctic copper plant, establish new smelter in China
Nornickel, a major Russian nickel and palladium mining company, is adjusting its strategy in response to Western sanctions by shutting down its Arctic copper plant...
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US Government invests in Rainbow Rare Earths for resource development
Rainbow Rare Earths, a London-listed mining company, is poised to receive financial backing from the US Government to develop a South African mine for extracting...
Germany’s strategy to reduce dependency: Advancing de-risking in China policy
The concept of de-risking in Germany’s China policy highlights the need to reduce dependence on imports from China, but a recent study by the German...
Global pressure on China’s rare earth dominance amid decarbonization efforts
As the global community intensifies efforts toward decarbonization to combat climate change, China’s significant role in rare earth elements (REEs) production and its expanding influence...
China’s ambitious Sahara mine project: Rethinking iron ore sources amid economic shifts
Beijing is undertaking a colossal endeavor in the Sahara Desert, aiming to establish a mine that would serve as an alternative to Australian iron ore,...
Exploring China’s adaptive engagement in Kazakhstan’s nuclear sector
China’s rise to global power often sparks debates about its methods and implications. While some argue that China imposes its developmental model on other nations,...
Europe’s Magnesium mining revival: Ensuring sustainable supply
The resumption of magnesium mining in Europe, particularly in Romania, marks a significant shift in the global minerals landscape. With China currently dominating magnesium production,...
Southeast Asia’s role in critical mineral supply chains
The analysis provides a comprehensive overview of the critical mineral landscape in Southeast Asia and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Here are the key...
Unlocking Central Asia’s mineral wealth: Geopolitical insights and strategic implications
This article delves into three key investigations regarding Central Asia’s role in the global rare earth metals market. Firstly, we analyze the strategic positioning of...
Global molybdenum production and usage trends in 2023
Data from the International Molybdenum Association (IMOA) reveals that global molybdenum production reached 627.4 million pounds (mlbs) in 2023, marking a notable 9% increase from...